Mask mandate returns for FDNY fire, ambulance personnel amid rise in COVID, other viruses
NEW YORK (WABC) -- All FDNY fire truck and ambulance personnel will need to wear masks while caring for patients.
This is due to an increase of COVID, flu and other respiratory virus cases.
According to the mandate, anyone who provides treatment before the patient arrives at the hospital must wear a surgical mask - though an N95 mask is preferred.
The FDNY rule comes on the heels of renewed masking requirements at all 11 New York City public hospitals.
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