PPE Training, Education, and References
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for EMS Algorithm (Word) – This sample tool is an algorithm developed by the Wisconsin Hospital Emergency Preparedness Program for use by Emergency Medical Services for medical response calls during a pandemic/biologic event to anticipate the healthcare responder's PPE needs.
Training and education
National Personal Protective Technology Laboratory (NPPTL)
Guidance for the Selection and Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in Healthcare Settings
CDC has developed this material for use by staff development, infection control, and occupational health personnel for training healthcare personnel on how to select and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to protect themselves from exposure to microbiological hazards in the healthcare setting.
Personal Protective Equipment Train-the-Trainer for Division of Public Health Regional Offices
Presentations
October 18, 2007 (PPT)
This resource was presented to DPH regional office staff to inform DPH regional staff of PPE concepts and regulations, prepare DPH regional staff to conduct respirator training and fit testing, and review administration of DPH PPE programs.
PPE in the news
Face Mask Use and Control of Respiratory Virus Transmission in Households
IOM hears diverse findings on PPE for flu
If you have any questions, e-mail the DHS HAI Prevention Program.