How the supply estimate works
The calculator converts the coverage period into planned use days. Disposable supplies are people multiplied by use days and products per use day. Reusable supplies use the replacement interval you enter. Spare products and, for elastomeric respirators, replacement filter sets are rounded up separately before costs are added.
Use current product and workplace instructions
This calculator does not prescribe how long a mask, respirator, filter, or cartridge is safe to use. Disposable face masks should be replaced after use or when wet or dirty. Filtering-facepiece and elastomeric respirator reuse, storage, cleaning, fit testing, and component changes depend on the approved product instructions and any applicable respiratory-protection program.
Planning limitations
This is an inventory and cost estimate, not medical advice, hazard selection, fit assessment, or protection rating. Carry extra clean equipment for unexpected damage, soil, moisture, breathing resistance, or loss. Employers must use the respirator type and change schedule required for the actual hazard and applicable workplace rules.