When students return to school in September, some are required to wear face masks in hallways and other shared spaces to prevent the spread of the virus, but they do not have to wear them in class.
The Education Minister stated that the government made the decision after a careful review of evidence. Non-medical face masks should be worn by staff, teachers and students Grade 4 and above this fall.
Face masks are not required in the classroom when students are seated. However, they are required in hallways and any shared places where students, staff, or teachers may not be able to maintain the recommended physical distancing requirements.
The government of Alberta will provide every single Kindergarten to Grade 12 students with two reusable face masks.
Around 1.6 million face masks will be distributed to 740,000 students and 90,000 staff. Additional single-use masks will be available at schools and the government will also be supplying 466,000 liters of hand sanitizer to schools.
Teachers and staff will also be supplied with one face shield to be used with a mask. Schools will be supplied with two contactless thermometers.
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https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/types-of-face-mask
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/cloth-face-coverings-information.pdf