Medical masks (also known as surgical masks) are:u2022 composed of 3 layers of synthetic nonwoven materialsu2022 configured to have filtration layers sandwiched in the middleu2022 available in different thicknessesu2022 have various levels of fluid-resistance and filtrationRespirators (also known as filtering facepiece respirators u2013 FFP) are available at different performance levels such as FFP2, FFP3, N95, N99.Medical masks and respirator masks are similar in their protection value. However, respirators are specific for certain procedures and instances because they have a tightly fitted component to them. Respirator masks are designed to protect healthcare workers who provide care to COVID-19 patients in settings and areas where aerosol generating procedures are undertaken. Healthcare workers should be fit tested before using a respirator to ensure that they are wearing the correct size.