Fluid-Resistant Surgical N95 for Healthcare Respiratory Programs
The Gerson 3230+ is a NIOSH-approved, FDA-cleared surgical N95 respirator made for healthcare settings where both airborne particulate filtration and fluid resistance are required. NIOSH approval TC-84A-9317 identifies the 3230+ as a surgical N95 filtering facepiece respirator without an exhalation valve.
Each respirator is individually wrapped and uses latex-free synthetic rubber head straps, a staple-free attachment design, and a soft inner lining. Gerson rates the respirator for 120 mm Hg fluid resistance. Proper selection, medical evaluation, fit testing, training, and use remain part of the employer's respiratory protection program.
Key Features
- NIOSH-approved surgical N95
- FDA-cleared respirator
- 120 mm Hg fluid resistance
- Individually wrapped
- Latex-free head straps
- Staple-free construction
Common Applications
- Healthcare facilities
- Clinical respiratory programs
- Patient-care environments
- Infection-control programs
- Emergency medical settings
- Individually issued PPE
Protection Scope and Limitations
The N95 designation applies to certain non-oil particles. This respirator does not supply oxygen and does not protect against gases or vapors. Do not use it in oxygen-deficient atmospheres, environments that are immediately dangerous to life or health, or conditions where the contaminant or concentration is unknown. It is not intended for spray-painting operations or protection from oil aerosols.
Individually Wrapped Respirators
Individual wrapping helps keep each unused respirator protected until it is issued. Check the quantity shown near the product price for the exact ASA sale unit.
Gerson 3230+ Surgical N95 Respirator FAQ
Is the Gerson 3230+ NIOSH approved?
Yes. The current NIOSH Certified Equipment List identifies the Gerson 3230+ surgical N95 under approval number TC-84A-9317.
Is the Gerson 3230+ a surgical N95 respirator?
Yes. Gerson identifies model 3230+ as an FDA-cleared surgical N95 respirator with 120 mm Hg fluid resistance.
What does N95 mean for this respirator?
N95 indicates at least 95% filtration efficiency against specified non-oil test particles when the respirator is used according to its approval and instructions. It does not mean the respirator protects against every airborne hazard.
Does the Gerson 3230+ protect against gases or vapors?
No. It is a particulate filtering facepiece respirator and does not protect against gases or vapors. It also does not supply oxygen.
Can the Gerson 3230+ be used around oil aerosols?
No. N95 respirators are approved for certain non-oil particles. Select a respirator specifically approved for the identified oil-containing hazard when oil aerosols are present.
Does this surgical N95 require fit testing?
For workplace use where a tight-fitting respirator is required, the employer's respiratory protection program can require medical evaluation, training, and fit testing. Follow the applicable regulations and current Gerson instructions.
Is each Gerson 3230+ respirator individually wrapped?
Yes. Gerson lists the 3230+ as individually wrapped. Check the quantity shown near the product price for the exact ASA sale unit.
Does the Gerson 3230+ have an exhalation valve?
No. NIOSH lists the approved 3230+ configuration without an exhalation valve.
