Fold the removed mask into long strips and fasten it with ear cords. At this time, when folding the mask, the contact surface of the mouth and nose should be outward, and alcohol can be used for disinfection if possible.
Pack it in plastic bags or put it in a closed container and throw it into the garbage can. At this time, it is often thrown into the "other trash can". These masks will be treated harmlessly together with domestic garbage.
Mask handling of suspected cases
During the epidemic prevention and control period, masks worn by suspected cases or confirmed patients shall not be discarded at will, and shall be regarded as medical waste, which shall be treated in strict accordance with the relevant procedures of medical waste.
For citizens who have fever, cough, expectoration, sneezing, or have had contact with such people, they should spray alcohol or disinfectant on their masks, sterilize and seal the bags, and then throw them into other garbage collection containers.