On Oct 9, 2020, at 11:40 PM, Rahul Nabar <rpnabar**At_Symbol_Here**GMAIL.COM> wrote:

Hi,

So how do we define "proper"? Does it mean the mask has to be externally validated to a certain standard? N95 etc? Especially if the cops on the street have to enforce this then needs to be some easy to identify metric.

 Faceshields are easily distinguished but a scarf or bandana tied over nose and mouth vs a "proper" but homemade mask may be not obvious? Just curious. 

 PS  Sorry I was too lazy to read the Melbourne regulation!  Maybe it says what proper is!

Rahul

On Fri, Oct 9, 2020, 23:29 John Callen <jbcallen**At_Symbol_Here**gmail.com> wrote:

ALL,

If you had not heard or read, effective Monday, October 12, 2020, Victoria, a federal state in southeastern Australia, has banned face shields, scarves and bandanas under the Melbourne COVID restrictions.  =46rom the Department of Health and Human Services (Victoria) advice, those items no longer meet the test of effectively covering the nose and mouth.  Beginning 11:59 PM local time, on Sunday, October 11, 2020, the police can begin fining those people wearing an improper face covering $200AU ($144.67USA).  Everyone must leave his/her home or other place of residence wearing a proper mask unless an exemption applies.  The Chief Safety Office has recommended a face mask with three layers as the best option.

Do you think that could happen in the United States?

Be Safe, Secure & Sound in Judgement, Vigilant as Always, and Stay Well!

Have a Restful Weekend if you can.

All My Best,

John B. Callen, Ph.D.
3M Personal Safety division - Retired
ACS/DCHAS Founding Member
(312) 632-0195

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