The shield covers the entire face and sides of the head. Completely protects against counter and side splashes and saliva. We did tests with water spray and they proved it. The visor of the hat protects the top. We noticed that in light rain a person is also protected.
With the shield in a normal position it is easy to breathe and this is confirmed to us by all users. When you take it off as much as possible, you also breathe well, but often a fog is created in front of your mouth. This position is for rarer situations e.g. if you are surrounded near less than 50cm. from people. It is most often worn in a normal position.
The shield is made of very flexible and unbreakable plastic and cannot be broken. At maximum compressed folding, it acquires only a fold. Easy to roll for carrying.