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ProChoice Valved Respirators P2 Rating 12 Pack $26.95 (OOS), 3M P2 $9.95 (NSW) - (Free C & C) Limit 2/Customer @ Officeworks

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ProChoice Valved Respirators P2 Rating 12 Pack $26.95 (OOS), 3M P2 $9.95 (NSW) - (Free C & C) Limit 2/Customer @ Officeworks
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save50 on 23/04/2020 - 16:25 officeworks.com.au (4088 clicks)
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These ProChoice Valved Respirators are designed to protect against mechanically generated dust and particles. They feature an exhalation ProValve which provides extra air flow as well as latex-free dual straps for a comfortable fit.

These respirators are designed to protect against mechanically generated particles.
The respirator will cover your mouth and nose.
They have a paper construction and are designed to be disposable.
It has a colour coded nose-piece which makes the style easy to identify.
These respirators have a P2 rating.
There are 12 respirators in this pack.
They features latex-free dual straps which ensure that they have a firm and comfortable fit.

Also some 3M P2 respirators
3M P2 Rated Bleach Odour Respirator $9.95 Available in NSW for C & C
https://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/p/3m-p2-rate…
The respirators come in a resealable polybag so that they remain hygienic.
The exhalation ProValve provide extra airflow.

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  • ozvictor on 23/04/2020 - 16:27

    Is this n95?

    • lowlifesphere on 23/04/2020 - 16:28
      +11

      P2 is equivalent to N95

      • andy2 on 23/04/2020 - 16:33
        +3

        it is disposable, not design for reuse. To reuse it, look at investing UV light

        • Suspect420 on 23/04/2020 - 17:12
          +12

          OR

          • Wash your hands
          • Remove mask and place in a brown sandwich paper bag
          • Wash your hands again
          • Label bag with date
          • Reuse mask in 4 days' time

      • wrx5 on 23/04/2020 - 16:40
        +2

        The Difference between the N95 and the P2 classification for Respirator face masks is the N95 is the NiOSH (USA testing requirements.) and the P2 represents the EC (European testing requirements). In practice these differences have resulted in no impact on the level of protection to the wearer.

        • Diji1 on 23/04/2020 - 17:39
          -2

          Not that any of this matters because these N95 masks are not tested for medical use. They are not intended for medical use.

          • whooah1979 on 23/04/2020 - 21:39
            +1

            @Diji1: They have a better seal than those used by healthcare workers.

      • whooah1979 on 23/04/2020 - 21:30

        if repeatively used

        There is your problem. Use it once and bin it.

      • bargainshooter on 23/04/2020 - 22:25

        Wot?

  • Vicky001 on 23/04/2020 - 16:34
    +2

    These are single use and not meant to be re-used! As lowlifesphere has commented, P2 is equivalent to N95.

  • Timetraveler on 23/04/2020 - 16:35

    None left

  • RtN on 23/04/2020 - 16:37

    Didn't find these to be great quality and the straps are quite tight, I do have a big head I guess.

    • mhc on 23/04/2020 - 17:33

      I do have a big head I guess.

      No kidding!

      • edathor on 23/04/2020 - 22:53

        Biggest one on the planet!

    • ripoffmerchant on 23/04/2020 - 22:17

      I wear these at work and the fit is really loose on my face… I still find myself holding my breath a lot even when I’ve got one on.

  • Riker88 on 23/04/2020 - 16:42

    Are you sure they have any in stock? Can't order online, no click and collect, and all the stores around me have no stock. Has been the case since early this year

    • save50 on 23/04/2020 - 16:47

      12 Pack for WA/QLD only for C & C.
      I bought it not long ago.

      This morning it is still available for WA/QLD/NSW/ACT but sold out quickly in NSW/ACT.

  • shaybisc on 23/04/2020 - 16:49
    +4

    Since the longest that Coronavirus has been shown to survive on any surface is 7 days I can't see any reason why you could not reuse a so-called single use mask by hanging it up for more than 7 days before reusing it. I will go 14 days but only because I'm paranoid.

    • deltakilo on 23/04/2020 - 19:21
      +1

      Hang em up outside. Sunshine, UV and breeze ought to surely keep you safe well within 14 days :)
      C19 survivability varies depending on the 'contaminated' material according to what I've read.

  • ISO9002 on 23/04/2020 - 16:59
    +2

    Saw these in-store yesterday at OfficeWorks with more than 20 boxes available.

  • ssp88 on 23/04/2020 - 17:15

    which one better this or KF94?

    • ash2000 on 23/04/2020 - 17:31

      Kf94 are the Korean varient of the n95. Kn95 the Chinese iteration.

  • Ceri on 23/04/2020 - 17:16

    The 3M one isnt even valved..

    • team teri on 23/04/2020 - 17:22
      +2

      Which is better if you're not selfish: it will protect others from catching things from you too, not just you from others…

      • Ceri on 23/04/2020 - 20:50

        Interesting. Never heard of this. Source?

      • Stopback on 23/04/2020 - 21:35

        Just duct tape it and you good

      • whooah1979 on 23/04/2020 - 21:42

        These masks are negative pressure. Remove the valve and things you carry comes out along the edge of the mask every time you exhale.

      • bargainshooter on 23/04/2020 - 22:24

        Good point. Makes sense.

  • Stopback on 23/04/2020 - 17:19
    +9

    Save it for those poor carpenter and machine workers

    • nick90 on 23/04/2020 - 20:13
      -1

      Or any medical staff.

  • dantione on 23/04/2020 - 17:21
    +3

    I saw a lady at Aldi the other day with (what was distinctively) a fabric nappy strapped to her face… They're good at collecting sh#$. I like her idea better.

  • [Deactivated] on 23/04/2020 - 17:34
    +2

    Definitely available for C&C in WA, however when I first visited the site it did not show as such. After browsing other masks, returning to the original link now showed it as available for C&C for some reason. Good on Officeworks for not price gouging considering how much disposable P2/N95 masks are selling for elsewhere! This SKU for P2 Sanding Respirators is also showing in stock in WA.

  • kirk7 on 23/04/2020 - 17:36

    sold out in Sydney

    • save50 on 23/04/2020 - 17:41

      Pretty sure this morning Sydney has stocks. You may ring a couple of your local officeworks to find out if anything was left.

  • checkingthisout on 23/04/2020 - 19:18
    -2

    Warning. This is not a fix for Covid19. Please don’t use these. Use the tried and true method of rose hip oil.

    • AirbusA389 on 23/04/2020 - 21:19

      run deep heat into your nostrils work best.

  • Milkywayss on 23/04/2020 - 19:34
    +2

    Just note that valved masks like this do not really protect others, only potentially yourself. On expiration the valve opens so doesn’t keep the virus to yourself. So don’t rely on this if you’re sick, just stay home

    • systema on 23/04/2020 - 19:46
      +1

      The valve will significantly reduce the momentum of the droplet and aerosol that you breathe out, which will still significantly reduce the likelihood of spreading the virus to others through droplet or aerosol means when compared to not wearing this. Also remember that the surgical masks (loose fitting) are not air tight either and will leak out significantly more aerosol around the person wearing that. Unless you work in a sterile field (e.g. OR), it is unlikely going to differ significantly when compared to someone wearing a surgical mask.

      • Milkywayss on 23/04/2020 - 20:28

        Any evidence for those claims? I haven’t seen anything around valved masks for viral illnesses. Forcing the air through a smaller space could theoretically increase it’s velocity and travel distance - not that I’m saying it does, just that you should not be fooled into relying on this at all from protecting others. But yeah completely agree for those of us in healthcare - don’t use these with patient contact

        • systema on 25/04/2020 - 19:27

          1. If you have used one of these respirators with exhalation valve, you will know that the diaphragm opening is actually covered by the plastic cover (the blue bit at the front). As a result of that, exhaled airstream will need to turn (approx. 90 degrees) prior to exiting the valve assembly, the change in airflow direction will arrest a significant amount of droplets and aerosol, which is evident by the formation of condensation inside the plastic cap of the exhalation valve after the respirator is used for an extensive period of time.

          2. Same can be said for leakages around surgical masks - https://youtu.be/9Mkb4TMT_Cc - you will notice that there is still significant leakage of aerosol around the seal between the surgical mask and the wearer's face. Surgical masks and valved respirators are not a surefire method to protect others, but I think you will agree that most would prefer others to wear something, including surgical masks and valved respirators, than nothing at all in enclosed space in the community.

          3. Also, according to 3M's technical bulletin, see the first bulletin point:
            "The purpose of a respirator’s exhalation valve is to reduce the breathing resistance during exhalation; it does not impact a respirator’s ability to provide respiratory protection. The valve is designed to open during exhalation to allow exhaled air to exit the respirator and then close tightly during inhalation, so inhaled air is not permitted to enter the respirator through the valve. Most countries do not permit valves on surgical respirators because wearer-generated droplets, exhaled through the valve, might contaminate a sterile field.
            While a valve does not change a respirator’s ability to help reduce a wearer’s exposure to bioaerosols, it is not recommended that a person who is exhibiting symptoms of illness wear a valved respirator, because there is a possibility that exhaled particles may leave the respirator via the valve and enter the surrounding environment, potentially contaminating the sterile field. In summary:
            • Healthcare workers may wear valved or unvalved respirators to help reduce their exposure to potentially infectious aerosols.
            • Healthcare workers should wear a surgical respirator (which usually do not have valves) if they require respiratory protection while performing patient care tasks that might generate a high-pressure stream of liquid such as arterial spray or are working in a sterile field." (Source: Page 4 of https://multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/1792732O/respiratory-pro…)

      • Halc on 23/04/2020 - 22:26
        +1

        no please do us a favour and don't wear these by themselves if you are sick. valved masks are terrible for preventing transmission. valved masks only guard the wearer. yes you can say it's better than not wearing a mask, so is waving your hands vaguely in front of you pretending to cover your mouth when you cough. just don't do it if you can. if you only have the valved masks, wear a surgical mask on top. that way it protects the wearer as well as the public.

    • whooah1979 on 23/04/2020 - 21:47

      These masks are negative pressure. Remove the valve and things you carry comes out along the edge of the mask every time you exhale.

      • timi2fly on 24/04/2020 - 08:25

        You’ve said that these are negative pressure a couple of times now. There is no such thing in relation to protective face masks like this. A properly fitted N95 or equivalent face mask will not allow expired breath to leak around the mask. All inhaled and exhaled air passes through the filter medium (or out via the valve).

        However, a poorly or inadequately fitted N95 mask is not significantly better than a standard surgical face mask as it can leak around the edges. This is why it’s important to fit your N95 appropriately. You can fit check or fit test formally if you like.

        I agree with the other posters that valved N95 masks are not the best choice to protect other people if you are possibly unwell (or asymptomatic carrier). I haven’t seen any specific studies but it is likely that both droplet and aerosol transmission are more likely in a valved vs non-valved N95.

    • furyou on 24/04/2020 - 23:49

      This is supported by medical doctors I know

  • bobojomo on 23/04/2020 - 21:46

    What happens if I'm pro-life?

  • RocketSwitch on 23/04/2020 - 22:01
    -5

    Don't need these no more, COVID-19 is dead now in Australia. We nailed it to the post and eradicated it. Too good, nice try corona, maybe try again next time.

  • dealmaker on 24/04/2020 - 01:38

    Is this price same as that from before Corona?

    • rad000 on 24/04/2020 - 07:14
      +1

      Yep I bought this same brand for the same price at Sydney tools a while back

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