Laundry PPE
The type of personal protective equipment (PPE) needed in the laundry depends on the risk assessment.
Consider the risk of
The likelihood of exposure to any blood or body fluid
The volume of blood or body fluid likely to be encountered
The possible route of transmission of an infectious organism
The type of exposure that could be possible
PPE prevents contact with infectious agents or body fluids by creating a barrier between the laundry employee and the infectious material
Gloves protect the hands
Gowns or aprons protect the skin and/or clothing
Masks and respirators protect the mouth and nose
Goggles protect the eyes
Face shields protect the entire face
Laundry employees must be educated and trained in using PPE, including donning and doffing, and adequate supplies of PPE must be readily available at all times.
Depending on the risk, the following PPE may be required
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Gloves Surgical or high-filtration masks Eyewear or face shields Waterproof aprons or long sleeve gowns |
Laundry employees must wear clean clothes daily and follow strict and regular hand hygiene.