Allergic reaction to n95

Yes. No. Yes.

Yes, I work with someone who is allergic to the N95 mask.

No, there really aren't any viable alternatives. Even the ventilators haz-mat teams wear aren't as effective at filtering out viruses.

Yes, it's reasonable to ask for accommodation. You can't be expected to compromise your own health to that degree.

You can see if they can order a different brand for you, or if they have any PAPRs available. Most hospitals have at least one PAPR.

Not taking TB patients would probably NOT be considered a reasonable accommodation under ADA, but finding another device that you're not allergic to would probably be deemed reasonable.

First step in this process would be to obtain and submit MD documentation of the allergy.

Here's a latex free n95.....
http://www2.mooremedical.com/index.c...=CTL&PID=15318