Personal Protective Measures for Pandemic Influenza: Guidelines and Best Practices
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This document outlines essential personal protective measures to follow during a pandemic influenza situation. It covers the proper use of protective materials such as masks, gloves, and sanitizers, emphasizing the importance of proper fit and hygiene practices. Guidance includes the correct way to wear and remove masks to maximize their effectiveness, as well as the need for regular hand washing and disinfection. Additionally, it offers planning considerations for workplaces, such as educational initiatives and the installation of sanitizing stations.
Personal Protective Measures for Pandemic Influenza: Guidelines and Best Practices
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Personal Protective Measures: Pandemic Influenza May 10, 2006
Scope & Purpose • Personal protective measures that can be taken in a pandemic influenza environment • Proper use of protective materials • Planning considerations
“Masks” ≠ “Masks” • “We Don’t Know if Masks Work” • Surgical Masks vs. Disposable Respirators • CDC Interim Recommendations for Infection Control in Health Care Facilities: “Use a fit tested respirator, at least as protective as a National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) approved N-95 filtering facepiece (ie. Disposable) respirator”http://www.cdc.gov/flu/avian/professional/infect-control.htm
Personal Protective Measures • Obsessive Hand Washing • Sanitizing Gel • Disinfecting Wipes & Spray • Gloves • Masks • Extras: • Eye Protection • Gowns/Coveralls
Proper Wear of A Disposable Mask • Proper Fit is Essential • Wearing of the Mask: • Wash Hands (20+ Seconds) • Touching Tapes or Tabs Only, Put Mask Over Nose & Mouth • Position Tapes Above and Below Ears & Tie or Cinch • Pinch the Nose Bridge and Adjust Under Chin to Make Seal • Change As Necessary
Proper Removal of Masks • Wash Hands (20+ Seconds) • Take Hold of Ties from Back –Remove Off and Away • Drop in Waste Receptacle • Wash Hands
Planning Considerations • Sanitizing Stations • Workforce Education • Fit Testing & Comfort • Masks can only be worn once