Infection Control Audits
PPE - Part Five
Does the practice have a policy and procedures for the use of personal protective equipment?
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Are staff trained in the use of personal protective equipment as part of the practice induction?
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yes
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Are powder-free CE marked gloves used in the practice?
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yes
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Are alternatives to latex gloves available?
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yes
no
Are all single-use PPE disposed of after each episode of patient care?
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yes
no
Is hand hygiene performed before donning and following the removal of gloves?
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yes
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Are clean, heavy duty household gloves available for domestic cleaning and decontamination procedures where necessary?
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yes
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Are heavy-duty household gloves washed with detergent and hot water and left to dry after each use?
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yes
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Are heavy-duty household gloves replaced weekly or more frequently if worn or torn?
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yes
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Are disposable plastic aprons worn during all decontamination processes or clinical procedures where there is a risk that clothing/uniform may become contaminated?
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yes
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Are single-use plastic aprons disposed of as clinical waste after each procedure?
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yes
no
Are plastic aprons, goggles, masks or face shields used for any clinical and decontamination procedures where there is a danger of splashes?
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yes
no
Are masks disposed of as clinical waste after each use?
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yes
no
Are all items of PPE stored in accordance with manufacturers' instructions?
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yes
no
Are uniforms worn by all staff changed at the end of each day and when visibly contaminated?
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yes
no
Is eye protection for staff used during decontamination procedures cleaned after each session or sooner if visibly contaminated?
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yes
no
Is eye protection provided for the patient and staff decontaminated after each episode of patient care?
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yes
no
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