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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Environmental Health
… contact control practices that prevent contamination of the skin, eyes, mucous membranes, and clothing. These precautions should be observed when contact with potentially hazardous materials, … there is a possibility of debris, dirt, or other hazardous substance causing contamination of clothing and shoes. A respirator (N95 or higher) may be worn for situations involving airborne … investigation of human health hazards often requires the wearing of common PPE and protective clothing to protect feet (boots or heavy shoes), eyes (safety glasses), hands (safety gloves, … -
Healthcare-Associated Infections: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
… Personal protective equipment (PPE) is specialized clothing or equipment used to prevent exposure to communicable diseases. PPE use is an integral … gloves, masks, and goggles, provides a physical barrier that to prevent the hands, skin, clothing, eyes, nose, and mouth from contacting infectious agents. PPE is used to reduce … are recommended for extended patient care activities. Gowns Gowns are used to protect the clothing and arms of health care workers. Gowns are worn as part of standard and contact …