How to Dispose of a Face Mask





Face masks are being discarded everywhere (on the floor, on the beach, on the streets) and could become a health and environmental hazard.

For your safety and to protect the environment, learn how to correctly dispose of your face mask, following the World Health Organization guidance.

Disposable face masks should not be reused and cannot be recycled.

 So when your mask is damp, replace it with a new one following these steps:

1. Remove your mask from behind without touching the front of your mask

2. Discard it immediately in a closed bin (non-recyclable)

3. Wash your hands with soap (or rub them with alcohol-based sanitizer)

Never throw away your mask on the floor. It can be dangerous and it could be infected. It could also be taken away by animals, or by the wind and end up in the sea, river, or nature.
Hi, I am a student from UiTM Pasir Gudang. This blog is my portfolio for the subject Transport Society & Environment (TPT343) in which I will be sharing posts on how we can make the world greener!

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