Abstract: A face mask comprises a sealing collar (1) extending around the mouth with a shelf (4) extending under the nose supporting a gel insert (7) that makes sealing contact between the nostrils and a passage (6) through the shelf. A curved, rigid window (30) is a push fit in a central opening (2) of the collar (1) and has a gas inlet (33) attached with it so that the window can be removed or connected with the sealing collar as necessary. The collar (1) supported on the head by a harness (20) having two triangular portions (21) on opposite sides encircling respective ears.

Abstract: A face mask has a relatively soft canopy and a more rigid reinforcement member moulded together from different plastics as two shots in a dual-shot moulding process. The peripheral sealing edge of the canopy is tapered to a reduced thickness to increase its flexibility. The reinforcement member is a frame with radially-extending arms supporting respectively a gas port by which gas can enter the mask, a valve that allows air into the mask when there is an inadequate supply at the gas port and a selectively closable vent. The mask is secured to the patient's head by a harness attached to ends of the harness arms.