Protective mask after use pose a risk to human and even require disinfection prior to disposal. This was stated by associate Professor of the Department of physical chemistry of the National research technological University “MISIS”, candidate of chemical Sciences Georgy Frolov.
According to him, there are several methods of disinfection of disposable masks.
In the absence of aerosol means you can use the method of soaking in an aqueous soap solution with hydrogen peroxide for five minutes. The aqueous solution is prepared using economic or antibacterial soap to work up lather. To this solution, you need to add hydrogen peroxide (3%) in the ratio of 10 to 1 — quoted scientist RIA Novosti.
Frolov added that after soaking the mask should be rinsed in water until the foam disappears.
When processing masks the alcohol spray with antiseptic or without it, it is important to wet it on both sides. It should pay attention when handling protective products aerosol with nanoparticles of copper. This treatment, by the way, gives a long lasting antiviral effect, said the scientist.
Earlier NEWS.ru reported that when wearing masks, you should follow certain rules that allow you to use the remedy effectively. In addition, you must correctly pick them up at the store. The buyer need to study the manual and choose a product of appropriate size with clip on the nose. It is necessary that the mask tightly to the face.
