The ClearMask is comprised of a rectangular piece of anti-fog plastic film with two individual foam pieces (see A and B in the figure on the right) adhered on the inside portion of the mask. The thinner foam piece (A) is the top of the mask and has a nose cutout (C). The more substantial foam piece (B) is the bottom and designed to rest the chin. The EZ-Adjuster version of the ClearMask has a continuous elastic strap (D) that loops at the top and bottom with the EZ-Adjuster located on the bottom strap (E). The top and bottom straps are designed to be placed over the head and positioned above and below the ears respectively. The EZ-Adjuster is then used to adjust the mask by pushing inward to tighten the straps.
Since the availability of this product, it makes sense to share the four most frequently asked questions about the ClearMask to offer clarification to those who have ordered or are planning to order the product from Oaktree Products.
How do I don the ClearMask?
- Perform hand hygiene
- Peel protective layer on outward-facing side of mask
- Position the mask in your hand with the foam facing inward and the nose cutout on top, towards your fingertips. Bring the mask toward your face, such that your nose fits into the nose cutout and your chin rests on the bottom foam piece
- With the other hand, take both the top and bottom straps and placed them over your head. The bottom strap sits at the base of the head, below the ears. The top strap rests higher at the back of the head, above the ears (do not crisscross straps).
- Use the EZ-Adjuster in the back to adjust the mask by pushing inward to tighten or pulling outward to loosen the straps.
The 20-second video below will quickly show you how to put the mask on. Click HERE for written instructions.
Is it reusable?
As with any mask intended for use in clinical settings, the ClearMask is designed and labeled for single-use only and is not intended to be reused. With critical mask shortages due to COVID-19, the FDA and CDC have issued some interim flexibility about masks in general, indicating extended or limited reuse of masks in some cases (see Masking Dilemma). Check with public health authorities within your state and/or institutional authorities regarding extended or limited reuse of masks.
Does it fog up?
The plastic shield has an anti-fog coating that minimizes fogging when the wearer is speaking or breathing.
Does this mask come in different sizes?
The ClearMask is one size and designed to fit adults’ faces.
For more information or to place an order for the ClearMask (and all your other supply needs including immittance/OAE tips, electrodes, E-A-RLinks, probe tubes, newborn hearing screening supplies), contact Oaktree Products toll free 800.347.1960 and ask for customer service, or via email at otp@oaktreeproducts.com.
