Table 3: Adherence to protocol on wearing of facemask.

Variable

Frequency (n = 340)

Percent

I wash or sanitize my hands before wearing face mask

Yes

110

32.4

No

230

67.6

I ensure that the face mask I use is the appropriate size for me

Yes

325

95.6

No

15

4.4

I secure the mask properly on my face with the elastic band

Yes

319

93.8

No

21

6.2

I ensure that the face mask covers my mouth, nose and chin

Yes

311

91.5

No

29

8.5

I avoid touching the outward side of the facemask when it is on my face

Yes

106

31.2

No

234

68.8

I ensure that the part with the metal strip is on the upper side

Yes

198

58.2

No

142

41.8

I press the metallic strip firmly on to the bridge of nose and face

Yes

191

56.2

No

149

43.8