Elastromeric Respirator Masks – Reprocessing

[Anonymous]

HI All,
Just wondering if any HCF’s have implemented the half-face reusable respirators for COVID-19 for staff that cannot achieve an adequate seal using a disposable P2/N95 mask.
If so, how do you go about managing & reprocessing these masks?
We have purchased full face PAPRs for our Theatres, however we are having issues with finding the right type of respirator for other areas that need to don a respirator in a hurry e.g. ICU & ED for emergency intubation.
Many Thanks

Catherine Wade

Clinical Nurse Consultant | CCLHD Infection Prevention and Control Unit
Clinical Safety, Quality and Governance Directorate
Level 4 (J4 POD D), Gosford, New South Wales 2250
Tel (02) 4320 2664 (Internal 92664)| Fax (02) 4320 2874
Pager 18885 | Mobile: 0437 827 119
Catherine.Wade@health.nsw.gov.au or CCLHD-IPAC@health.nsw.gov.au
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