The CDC mask mandate starts Monday at 11:59 pm

PEMBROKE PARK, Florida – During the pandemic, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis stood firm on wearing masks. In November, he extended his executive order that prohibited local governments from imposing violations of the mask mandate.

Now, at least with regard to public transport, there is no longer a fine line about wearing a mask. From Monday at 11:59 pm, if you’re inside an airport, on a bus, train, ferry or ship, or taking a ride like Uber, Lyft or taxi, it’s a federal policy to use a face cover.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued an 11-page order on Saturday that requires travelers to wear masks to prevent the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19.

A scarf, ski mask or headband is not classified as a suitable cover for the face, nor is the collar of the shirt or sweater pulled up over the mouth and nose. And for users who like the coverage just under the nose, this is also prohibited. Masks should be used to cover the mouth and nose, says the CDC.

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The CDC is directing those responsible for public transport and other centers to ensure that everyone is wearing a mask when entering or on their premises.

“This order must be followed by all passengers on public means of transportation (for example, airplanes, ships, ferries, trains, subways, buses, taxis, hitchhikers) traveling to, within or outside the United States, as well as transportation operators (for example, crew, drivers, drivers and other workers involved in the operation of means of transport) and operators of transport centers (for example, airports, bus or ferry terminals, train or subway stations, seaports, ports of entry ) or any other area that provides transportation in the United States. “

See the CDC guidelines below.

The following are the attributes of the masks needed to fulfill the requirements of the Order. The CDC will update this guidance as needed.

• A properly used mask completely covers the nose and mouth.

• Cloth masks should be made of two or more layers of breathable, tightly woven fabric (ie fabrics that will not let light through when placed in front of a light source).

• The mask should be attached to the head with bows, ear clips or elastics that go behind the head. If using leg warmers, they must have two layers of fabric or be folded to form two layers.

• The mask should fit snugly but comfortably to the side of the face.

• The mask should be a piece of solid material, without slits, exhalation valves or perforations.

The following attributes are also acceptable, as long as the masks meet the above requirements.

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• Masks can be manufactured or homemade.

• Masks can be reusable or disposable.

• Masks may have internal filter pockets.

• Transparent masks or cloth masks with a transparent plastic panel can be used to facilitate communication with people with hearing impairments or other people who need to see the speaker’s mouth to understand speech.

• Medical masks and N-95 respirators meet Order requirements.

The following items do not meet the requirements of the Order.

• Masks used in a way that does not cover the mouth and nose

• Face shields or goggles (face shields or goggles can be used to complement a mask that meets the attributes required above)

• Scarves, ski masks, balaclavas or bandanas

• Shirt or sweater collars (for example, turtleneck) pulled up over the mouth and nose.

• Masks made of loose fabric or that are knitted, that is, fabrics that let light through

• Masks made of materials that are difficult to breathe (such as vinyl, plastic or leather)

• Masks containing slits, exhalation valves or holes

• Masks that do not fit correctly (large spaces, too loose or too tight)