Face anthropometry for filtering facepiece respirators: analysis of the association between facial dimensions and respirator fit.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Ensuring proper respirator fit for individuals remains a persistent challenge in occupational environments, yet there is limited knowledge about how respirators interact with the face to "'fit." Previous studies have attempted to understand the association between face dimensions and respirator fit using traditional head/face anthropometry not specifically tailored for respirators. The purpose of this study was to assess and compare the ability of filtering facepiece respirator (FFR)-specific face anthropometry with traditional head/face anthropometry in exploring the relationship between facial dimensions and the fit of FFR.

Methods

The study utilized 3D face scans and quantitative fit factor scores from 56 participants to investigate the relationship between face

SUBMITTER: Yu M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10941723 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature