Which action ensures the headband is fitted to the forehead during donning?

• A. Bend forward from the waist, insert chin into the hole and pull hood across face and overhead
• B. Grasp hole in neck seal and widen the thumbs
• C. Pull hood down until headband is fitted to the forehead
• D. Check neck seal for a secure fit

Answer: (C)

Placing the hood so the headband sits on the forehead ensures the sealing surface is correctly positioned to protect the face. When you pull the hood down until the headband rests at the forehead, you lock in a consistent seal around the upper face and prevent the hood from riding up during movement. This proper placement minimizes gaps at the forehead, which is critical for maintaining protection.

Other actions either address different parts of the hood or donning process without guaranteeing the headband stays on the forehead. For example, bending forward and guiding the chin through a hole or pulling the hood across the face overhead can cause the headband to shift away from the forehead. Checking the neck seal is important for overall fit, but it does not ensure the headband’s forehead placement.