Any Unknown or Unlisted Aircraft Manufacturer
Air Traffic Control Fully Certified
Air Traffic Control Time Certified In Pos 1 (yrs) 10
Communication Breakdown; Distraction
ATC Issue All Types; Deviation / Discrepancy - Procedural Published Material / Policy
Air Traffic Control Issued New Clearance; Flight Crew Requested ATC Assistance / Clarification
Environment - Non Weather Related; Human Factors
I had to repeat control instructions because the pilot didn't understand what I said because I'm wearing a mask while controlling aircraft.Wearing masks while working traffic is not safe. I thought we were for safety first. The positions are socially distanced so requiring us to wear masks in addition is not safe; nor is it necessary for the health of others. This mandate is not following the science and is unsafe for the control of air traffic.
TRACON Controller reported having to repeat transmissions to pilots because they could not understand the instructions; due to reporter wearing a face mask.