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The NuMask Pocket CPR Mask

The National Ski Patrol is recommending this new pocket mask

The NuMask Pocket CPR Mask

The National Ski Patrol has recently starting recommending this new mask design for ski patrollers.

Unlike a traditional mask, this acts like a SCUBA or snorkel mouthpiece and uses the patients lips to seal the mask. The nose is them held shut with a modified CE grip. You can check out the training materials to learn more.

Perhaps the most interesting part of this new mask is that it comes with a soft OPA. The provider trims the OPA to length with shears and inserts it. The OPA actually indexes into the mouthpiece and helps form a seal.

This is a really interesting approach. I’ve used mine in training, and after getting used to inserting it, there’s no blow-by and the system seems really solid. In addition, the carrying case is small. I’ve stashed a few of them in various personal packs of mine.