JCAHO Essential Education Information on Infection Control -  Personal Protective Equipment
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IS NOT:  General work clothes, such as uniforms and scrubs.

Engineering and work practice controls must be used in addition to PPE

PPE includes but is not limited to:

  • Gloves
  • Fluid resistant gowns/plastic aprons
  • Face shields, masks and eyewear
  • safety goggles/glasses with solid side shields
  • Hoods/fluid resistant shoe covers (OR)

Employee Responsibilities

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