This important step of straps comes after the shield frame is cleaned up of the rough edges. see:
How To Clean up ICUshieldsMN face shield frame
It may not seem super important how the two straps are laced and secured for each shield. However, there are a few reasons why it's important they are secured the way they are. First, if we each do the straps the same way then the people who get a batch of shields can see there is a uniform way. Two, the way the straps are laced improves adjust-ability, prevents bunching or lumps against the head, and makes adjustments easier.
The straps are simply the common phlebotomy tourniquet. I chose this for a strap material because it is widely available at locations we provide free shields. The shield owner can replace the straps as needed on site. Second, they are cleanable unlike many shields that have foam and cloth straps that can harbor viruses and bacteria and sweat.
We have two frames currently as we are phasing out the design that has staples in favor of one without staples. Thanks to Luke Swanson for that design innovation.
I include with each bag of 30 or so frames for straps a bag with the straps, staples, instructions, and an example frame that is finished as an example. Please return the baggy of extra straps, staples, and instructions with the finished frames.
The first step is to double check the frame looks good and free of pieces of plastic missed during the previous step of clean up.
How to Clean up a Shield Frame
How to: Straps for ICUshieldsMN frames
