Posted By TCG Hi All Im due to arrange the removal of lath and plaster framework in a refurbishment project. The existing lath(wooden not metal) and plaster backed walls previously had ACM textured coating which now has been professionally removed. We now need to remove the lath and plaster and I am researching the best best disposable respirators to use, considering that their may a risk of some textured coating still present. For low risk asbestos work such as the textured coating removal and dealing with cement board removal i would normally specify an FFP3 as minimum. Just wandered if any board members have experience especially with lath and plaster related respirators? Many Thanks

Posted By Chris Packham How old is the lath and plaster? If of any considerable age then it could contain substances capable of causing allergic reactions to the facial skin. A simple half-mask will leave facial skin exposed, so at the very least you should provide some sort of visor. My preference would be for a full, powered hood. Chris