Respiratory protection

Respiratory protection in Australia: masks, respirators and prices

Updated 31 October 2026

Respiratory protection in Australia costs about A$35 for a 12-pack of P2 respirators, A$41 to A$130 for a reusable half-face respirator with filters, and A$313 to A$430 for a full-face unit, approximately, according to sellers' websites, October 2026. Describe the hazard and the number of people on BlaBlaPrice to get a quote for your site.

The price depends on the protection class and the hazard. Gas and vapour cartridges cost more than particle filters; a multi-gas kit is listed at about A$126 to A$130.

Standards and fit testing

AS/NZS 1716 sets out guidelines for fit testing tight-fitting respirators, so ask for a fit-test record before a mask goes on a worker. Australia is also moving to a suite of 30 international standards for respiratory protective equipment, which will replace two existing Australian standards by 2030. Products should show which standard they meet.

Season and working conditions

Protection is needed all year, so there is no buying season. The summer months from December to February bring heat, and a full-face or powered unit is harder to wear for long shifts. For hot outdoor work, a half-face mask is usually the more comfortable choice.

What to ask the seller

Ask which standard the unit meets, which filter class it uses, such as P2 for dust or a cartridge for gases, and whether replacement filters come in the same pack. Before you order for a team, ask for the correct size for each person.

What to write in the request

Say the type of respirator, the protection level and what it protects against, plus the quantity, sizes, any brand you prefer and your budget. Mention which documents you need, such as a fit-test record.

On BlaBlaPrice you describe the job in your own words in a chat, and a photo of the work area helps. The AI asks for missing details, looks through sellers' websites and price lists in Australia, and shows the prices and businesses it finds. Registered sellers reply in the chat with their offer, price and delivery, and your contact details stay hidden until you choose to share them. For related items see work clothing and head, eye & hearing protection.