Medical face masks that meet the Australian Standards are measured in accordance with three performance metrics: Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE) Differential Pressure (Delta P) Synthetic Blood Penetration Types of Glove Materials Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE) EN 14683:2014 Annex B – Method for in-vitro determination of bacterial filtration efficiency (BFE) This test determines the ability of …
There are numerous options for face masks that healthcare practitioners can choose from. These include basic medical masks, procedure and surgical face masks, anti-fog masks, fluid/splash resistant masks, and the list goes on. Masks are made to cover the nose and mouth with a blend of certain characteristics, comfort, filtration, breathability, and different levels of …
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Surgical masks and N95 respirators are used to protect the wearer from airborne particles and droplets contaminating the face and are regulated by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It is important to recognise that the optimal way to prevent airborne …
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Testing The Association for theAdvancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) standards are designed to help medical-device companies meet global standards for the safe use of medical devices. AAMI introduced the voluntary standard ANSI/AAMI PB70:2012, Liquid Barrier Performance and Classification of Protective Apparel and Drapes Intended for Use in Health Care Facilities, to determine key identification measures …
Surgical Gowns are one part of an overall infection-control strategy and are commonly used to help prevent the gown wearer from transferring microorganisms that could harm vulnerable patients, such as those with weakened immune systems. The AAMI (Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation) is the standard that establishes the classification system (Levels 1-4) for …
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as gowns, is a critical component of the hierarchy of controls used to protect people in medical environments (Reddy et al., 2019). Disposable isolation gowns are typically constructed of nonwoven materials or in combination with materials that offer increased protection from liquid penetration. They can be produced using a variety …
Personal protective equipment is a shield that protects both healthcare workers and patients and should be applied and removed in the correct sequence to avoid cross-contamination. Donning involves putting on the required apparel before patient contact and must be performed in the following order; hand hygiene, gown, mask, eye or face protection, and gloves. When …
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Medical masks, also known as surgical masks, are mainly used by health care professionals to protect themselves and others from the spread of airborne infectious diseases, bodily fluids and particulate matter. During a pandemic like COVID-19, health departments may also recommend that members of the public wear surgical masks to protect themselves. These masks are …
When it comes down to controlling the spread of pathogens in a healthcare setting, it is the combined effort of all individuals (patients, visitors and healthcare workers) correctly performing the essential infection control practices that can make a difference for the better (World Health Organisation 2007). Standard Precautions The primary level of defence is standard …
Healthcare workers responsible for administering cancer treatments to patients are at risk of being exposed to toxic chemicals, including cytotoxic drugs, which must be handled, managed and disposed of with the greatest care. In Australia, recommended policies for best practice in performing chemotherapy and ensuring the safety of healthcare workers have been established in each …
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