An N95 mask is an abbreviation for an advanced particulate and chemical-filtering respirator, generally referred to as an N95 particulate respirator. These respirators help to protect workers from inhalation of dust, vapors, and airborne allergens. The respirators protect the user from the hazards of many occupational hazards, such as oil-rigs, aircraft, power plants, and wood processing plants. Most of these are disposable respirators.