Master Personal Protective Equipment: Stay Safe, Stay Compliant!

Personal Protective Equipment

Course
Duration

1 hour

Course
Cost

$50

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Personal Protective Equipment Overview

Welcome to the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) course, tailored specifically for healthcare professionals. This 30-minute module is designed to provide you with essential knowledge and skills to properly use PPE, protecting both yourself and your patients from potential exposure to infectious agents.

In this course, you will learn:

  • Introduction to PPE in Healthcare: The critical role PPE plays in infection prevention and control within clinical settings.
  • Types of PPE Equipment: An overview of common PPE used in healthcare, including gloves, gowns, masks, face shields, and respirators, along with their appropriate applications.
  • Donning and Doffing Procedures: Step-by-step guidance on correctly putting on (donning) and removing (doffing) PPE to minimise the risk of contamination and cross-infection.

 

By the end of this module, you will be confident in selecting and using the appropriate PPE for various clinical situations, ensuring the highest standards of safety for both healthcare workers and patients.

The target audience for this course includes healthcare professionals such as nurses, allied health staff, medical technicians, and clinical support workers who are required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure their safety and the safety of their patients in clinical and healthcare settings.

  • Identify the different types of personal protective equipment (PPE) commonly used in healthcare settings.
  • Demonstrate correct procedures for donning, using, and doffing PPE to prevent contamination.
  • Understand infection control principles related to PPE use in clinical environments.
  • Recognise situations and clinical scenarios that require specific PPE to ensure safety.
  • Apply best practices for PPE disposal and maintenance to minimise risk of infection.
  • Comply with healthcare regulations and workplace policies regarding PPE usage.

    This online module should take around 30 mins to 1 hour to complete, times may vary based on factors such as prior knowledge and individual learning pace.

     

     

     

     

    The course fee is $50, which includes access to our online learning resources.

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