Safe & Simple Strategies for Gloves, Face Masks, and Hand Washing
Follow this PPE advice to stay safe
Concepts of personal protection for anyone and everyone. Strategies to open packages, fill gas, and grocery shop.
Are You Using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Correctly?
Personal protective equipment (PPE) comes in many shapes and forms. Some items are unique and specialized for certain fields, while others are used for more generic purposes. From the former category are beekeepers’ netted veil face masks and firefighters’ thermal-protective gear, both highly specialized. [1] Goggles (eye protection), respirators or face masks (respiratory protection), latex, or nitrile gloves (skin/hand protection) are in the latter group.
Their wide-ranging usage spans from healthcare offices, nail salons, factories, and auto shops. Individuals who regularly utilize PPE for their jobs, sports, or hobbies typically learn proper handling skills from mentors.
With COVID-19, some of these items — namely masks and gloves — are being made use of by the general population, with little instruction. This article will delve into some of “the dos and don’ts” of gloves and face…
