PEHSU Factsheet: Masks to Protect Children and Pregnant People from Wildfire Smoke > What are some safety issues I should consider for my family?
posted on Jul 27, 2021
- Both NIOSH-approved N95s and medical masks can be worn safely by most children.
- Younger children should only wear a mask with an adult present.
- Your child can use a mask safely when all of these are true:
- They are awake and over age 2
- They will tell you if they have problems with the mask so it can be taken off
- They will not pull on it or choke themselves with it
- If you have concerns, check with your child’s health care provider.