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Am I the only one who sticks with dust masks on regular cleans? | Chimney Sweeps - Freelance Forum - The Community for Independent Professionals

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uma659•7mo ago

Am I the only one who sticks with dust masks on regular cleans?

Respirators feel like overkill to me, but safety crews say they're a must. Let's debate!

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felix_miller507mo ago

I saw that line about safety crews insisting on respirators. Read a thing from a health site saying dust masks often let in fine particles during heavy cleaning. Like when you're dealing with mold or sweeping up construction debris, those tiny bits can get past a basic mask. A respirator seals better and filters out more harmful stuff. For light dusting, a dust mask is probably fine, but for bigger jobs, upgrading makes sense. It's about matching the gear to the real risk.