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

1. Obsessive Hand Washing

2. Sanitizing Gel

3. Disinfecting Wipes & Spray

4. Gloves

5. Masks

Extras: Eye Protection Gowns/Coveralls

Proper Wear of A Disposable Mask Proper Fit is Essential Wearing of the Mask:

1. Wash Hands (20+ Seconds)2. Touching Tapes or Tabs Only, Put Mask Over

Nose & Mouth3. Position Tapes Above and Below Ears & Tie or

Cinch4. 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

Questions?