Policy Text
MOUNTAIN VIEW POLICE DEPARTMENT
SPECIAL SERVICES SECTION
TRAINING AND INFORMATION
BULLETIN
PAGE 1 OF 2
CONFIDENTIAL FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT USE ONLY
2020
DATE: September 17 , 2020
BULLETIN NUMBER: 20-16
SUBJECT: Reinstatement of Use of Gaiter Masks
INFORMATION:
Effective immediately Gaiter style masks may be used while working your shift or
coming into the polic e department while off -duty . Training memo 20 -15 has been
rescinded.
Please continue to use N-95 masks when making contact with the public.
Approved Types of Protective Masks:
There are two types of p rotective masks : fabric masks and N95 masks (respirators).
Fabric Masks or face coverings are masks made out of fabric or similar material. The
main difference between fabric masks and N95 masks is that the fabric mask does not
contain any medical filter ing properties. In other words, the fabric mask only provides
protection to those around the mask wearer by containing small particle aerosols within
the mask. The recommended mask should contain at least two layers of fabric.
For this reason , you shoul d continue to follow the six feet guidelines of social distan cing
and wash your hands often. It is very important that the mask is worn tightly to
maximize protection.
N95 respirators reduce the wearer's exposure to airborne particles, from small part icle
aerosols to large droplets. N95 respirators are tight -fitting respirators that filter out at
least 95% of particles in the air, including large and small particles. These masks
provide two -way protection . The wearer of these masks is protected when making
contact with the public. The public is also protected from the wearer should he or she
has a virus, such as Covid -19.
MOUNTAIN VIEW POLICE DEPARTMENT
SPECIAL SERVICES SECTION
TRAINING AND INFORMATION
BULLETIN
PAGE 2 OF 2
CONFIDENTIAL FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT USE ONLY
2020
Which one do I wear and when do I wear it?
Field Personnel - Sworn/CSOs/Police As sistants - When making public contact:
When personnel are in the field, N -95 protective masks should be worn when making
contact with the public. N -95 mask provide the best protection from any airborne
pathogens such as Covid -19. It is important tha t the mask is worn properly to
maximize protection .
When you are alone inside of your vehicle you may remove the mask. Handle these
masks with care and avoid touching the inside when donning and doffing the mask . It
is not recommended that y ou allow them to hang on your duty belt.
All Staff : When not making public contact and while working in the PD building ,
personnel should wear a fabric or surgical mask when i n shared or common areas.
** Fabric masks shall not contain any logos or symbols unless distributed by the
department . **
Prepared by: Force Protection Branch
Sgt. Fernando Maldonado
Approved by : Force Protection Branch
Lt. Dan Frohlich