Workers
in environments where there is potential exposure to any strain of the
Influenza Virus should remember to practice proper PPE removal
precautions to reduce the risk of self-contamination. Workers should remember that the virus is alive on the surface of your PPE. Recommendations from the CDC and WHO follow:
CDC Removal Sequence
WHO Removal Sequence
Gloves
Gown
Face Shield or Goggles
Gloves
Gown
Alcohol-based hand rub or wash hands
Remove Respirator after leaving room (do not touch front)
Remove Cap and Face Shield
Alcohol-based hand rub or wash hands
Remove Respirator (do not touch front)
Also wash or use alcohol rub any time hands become visibly contaminated