Don PPE for this fire job

11/17/2021 (Permalink)

Don up!

Our recent fire job has required asbestos testing to be done due to the year the house was built. Because of this PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is required to better protect our employees. 

The type of PPE used will vary based on the level of precautions required, such as standard and contact, droplet or
airborne infection isolation precautions.

The procedure for putting on and removing PPE should be tailored to the specific type of PPE.

1. GOWN
• Fully cover torso from neck to knees, arms
to end of wrists, and wrap around the back
• Fasten in back of neck and waist

2. MASK OR RESPIRATOR
• Secure ties or elastic bands at middle
of head and neck
• Fit flexible band to nose bridge
• Fit snug to face and below chin
• Fit-check respirator

3. GOGGLES OR FACE SHIELD
• Place over face and eyes and adjust to fit

4. GLOVES
• Extend to cover wrist of isolation gown

Our staffs safety is our highest priority! Don up!