Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is specialized clothing or equipment designed to protect you from exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials. PPE acts as a barrier, keeping these materials away from your skin, eyes, and mouth.
Examples of PPE include:
- Disposable gloves
- Gowns or laboratory coats
- Protective face shields or masks
- Resuscitation masks or shields
- Any other equipment required to prevent exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials
Using PPE correctly is a critical component of workplace safety and significantly reduces the risk of occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens.