Guidance for the selection and use of personal protective equipment ppe in healthcare settings
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Terms of Use and Privacy Policy Date of original release: October 24, 2015 Guidance for the Selection and Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in Healthcare SettingsPPE Use in Healthcare Settings: Program Goal
 PPE Use in Healthcare Settings: Program ObjectivesPersonal Protective Equipment DefinitionRegulations and Recommendations for PPE
Hierarchy of Safety and Health ControlsTypes of PPE Used in Healthcare SettingsFactors Influencing PPE SelectionGlovesGlovesDo’s and Don’ts of Glove UseDo’s and Don’ts of Glove Use (cont’d)
Gowns or ApronsFace ProtectionFace Protection
Respiratory ProtectionElements of a Respiratory Protection ProgramFor additional information on respirators….PPE Use in Healthcare Settings: How to Safely Don, Use, and Remove PPEKey Points About PPESequence* for Donning PPEHow to Don a GownHow to Don a MaskHow to Don a Particulate RespiratorHow to Don Eye and Face ProtectionHow to Don GlovesHow to Safely Use PPEPPE Use in Healthcare Settings: How to Safely Remove PPE“Contaminated” and “Clean” Areas of PPESequence for Removing PPEWhere to Remove PPEHow to Remove Gloves (1)How to Remove Gloves (2)Remove Goggles or Face ShieldRemoving Isolation GownRemoving a MaskRemoving a Particulate Respirator
Hand HygienePPE Use in Healthcare Settings: When to Use PPEStandard and Expanded Isolation PrecautionsStandard PrecautionsPPE for Standard Precautions (1)PPE for Standard Precautions (2)What Type of PPE Would You Wear?What Type of PPE Would You Wear?PPE for Expanded PrecautionsUse of PPE for Expanded PrecautionsHand HygienePPE Use in Healthcare Settings: Final Thoughts
Dostları ilə paylaş: What are 5 guidelines for using personal protective equipment?5 Tips for Using Personal Protective Equipment. 1 Examine the environment.. 2 Train employees.. 3 Maintain equipment.. 4 Consider comfort.. 5 Learn more.. What factors should you consider when selecting the appropriate PPE?7 Most Important Factors for Selecting PPE. Climate. One of the first things you need to consider when selecting the right PPE is the climate that people will be working in. ... . Threat Level. ... . Balancing Comfort & Safety. ... . Presence of Vehicles & Forklifts. ... . Sizing & Proper Fit. ... . Industry. ... . Cost of PPE.. What determines the selection and proper donning sequence for PPE?This is determined by the type of anticipated exposure, such as touch, splashes or sprays, or large volumes of blood or body fluids that might penetrate the clothing. PPE selection, in particular the combination of PPE, also is determined by the category of isolation precautions a patient is on.
Is proper selection and use of PPE is your responsibility?What does the law say about who pays for PPE? By law, workers must use personal protective equipment in the workplace when it is required. Employer responsibilities include providing instruction on what PPE is needed, maintenance and cleaning of the equipment, and educating and training workers on proper use of PPE.
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