Protective Mask
/ˌprɒtɛkˈtɪv mæsk/
Definitions
- (n.) A mask worn to safeguard against legal liability for exposure to contaminants or harmful substances by complying with regulatory standard requirements.
The factory provided each employee with a protective mask to meet workplace safety regulations.
- (n.) A facial covering mandated by law or regulation to reduce the transmission of infectious diseases.
During the outbreak, the city ordinance required all citizens to wear protective masks in public spaces.
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- protective mask
- protective masks
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Commentary
In legal drafting, clarify whether the protective mask relates to occupational safety standards or public health mandates for accurate regulatory interpretation.
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