Respirator
Photo credit: 9/11 Memorial staff
Accession Number: C.2012.90.7
Dimensions: 4.75 in X 10 in X 6 in
Dimensions (Metric): 12.065 cm X 25.4 cm X 15.24 cm
Dimensions (Metric): 12.065 cm X 25.4 cm X 15.24 cm
Credit Line: Anonymous Gift
Keywords
Fresh Kills Landfill
Health Effects
Human Remains
New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner (OCME)
Rescue and Recovery
World Trade Center: Dust
Worn or Used After 9/11
Fresh Kills Landfill
Health Effects
Human Remains
New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner (OCME)
Rescue and Recovery
World Trade Center: Dust
Worn or Used After 9/11
Description
North brand half-mask respirator with black silicone face-piece cushion and black adjustable elastic straps. The plastic filter cartridges are purple in color, and the entire respirator is dusty.
North brand half-mask respirator with black silicone face-piece cushion and black adjustable elastic straps. The plastic filter cartridges are purple in color, and the entire respirator is dusty.
Historical Notes
Barbara Butcher, Chief of Staff and Director of Forensic Investigations at the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner wore this respirator during her work searching for human remains at Ground Zero and Freshkills Landfill.
Barbara Butcher, Chief of Staff and Director of Forensic Investigations at the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner wore this respirator during her work searching for human remains at Ground Zero and Freshkills Landfill.
