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Hi all,
Is anyone concerned that this (and other statements) ignores the requirement for fit testing of staff who are going to rely on airborne mask protection?
Btw, CEC NSW have developed nice combined Contact/Droplet signage for those with geographical signage space deficiency (GSSD). Kathy D am sure will share it.
Regards
John[We are being directed to this commonwealth site btw which does have a nice video on methods etc
https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/safe-use-dvd
[cid:image003.png@01D5E5D3.7A05FA90]Dr John Ferguson MBBS DTM&H FRACP FRCPA
Director, Infection Prevention Service | Hunter New England Local Health District
John Hunter Hospital, Locked Bag 1, Newcastle Mail Centre, NSW 2310, Australia
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John
Where is the information on surface hygiene and the use of TGA compliant cleaning and disinfecting technologies?
Kindly
Greg Whiteley PhDOn Tuesday, 18 February 2020 John Ferguson (Hunter New England LHD) wrote:
Hi all,
Is anyone concerned that this (and other statements) ignores the requirement for fit testing of staff who are going to rely on airborne mask protection?
Btw, CEC NSW have developed nice combined Contact/Droplet signage for those with geographical signage space deficiency (GSSD). Kathy D am sure will share it.
Regards
John
[We are being directed to this commonwealth site btw which does have a nice video on methods etc
https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/safe-use-dvd
Dr John Ferguson MBBS DTM&H FRACP FRCPA
Director, Infection Prevention Service | Hunter New England Local Health District
John Hunter Hospital, Locked Bag 1, Newcastle Mail Centre, NSW 2310, Australia
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An information sheet with interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
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Hello Everyone.
On the back of John Ferguson’s comment. How does one go about implementing fit test training that is, is there an accredited course or Trainer one can co-opt to educate staff? Do any of the mask companies provide this training. Would be interested in how other sites meet this compliance requirement as we are as small private hospital licensed 78 beds.
With Thanks
Liz Vanderlinde
Infection Prevention Control Co-ordinator
North West Private Hospital
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Brickport Road, Burnie TAS 7320, Australia
T +61 3 6432 6005 F +61 3 6431 5766
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[Description: qic]Hi all,
Is anyone concerned that this (and other statements) ignores the requirement for fit testing of staff who are going to rely on airborne mask protection?
Btw, CEC NSW have developed nice combined Contact/Droplet signage for those with geographical signage space deficiency (GSSD). Kathy D am sure will share it.
Regards
John[We are being directed to this commonwealth site btw which does have a nice video on methods etc
https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/safe-use-dvd
[cid:image003.png@01D5E5D3.7A05FA90]Dr John Ferguson MBBS DTM&H FRACP FRCPA
Director, Infection Prevention Service | Hunter New England Local Health District
John Hunter Hospital, Locked Bag 1, Newcastle Mail Centre, NSW 2310, Australia
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An information sheet with interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
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Hi Liz,
I would like the information in regards to fit testing as well. Currently I do a fit check.
Thanks
HelenHelen Roberts
Infection Control
P: 07 4646 3106 |
F: 07 4633 7602
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W: http://www.sath.org.auHello Everyone.
On the back of John Ferguson’s comment. How does one go about implementing fit test training that is, is there an accredited course or Trainer one can co-opt to educate staff? Do any of the mask companies provide this training. Would be interested in how other sites meet this compliance requirement as we are as small private hospital licensed 78 beds.
With Thanks
Liz Vanderlinde
Infection Prevention Control Co-ordinator
North West Private Hospital
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Brickport Road, Burnie TAS 7320, Australia
T +61 3 6432 6005 F +61 3 6431 5766
E liz.vanderlinde@healthecare.com.au W
Healthe Care Hospitals are accredited by ACHS NSQHS Standards or ACHS EQuIP National
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QIC Standards
[Description: qic]Hi all,
Is anyone concerned that this (and other statements) ignores the requirement for fit testing of staff who are going to rely on airborne mask protection?
Btw, CEC NSW have developed nice combined Contact/Droplet signage for those with geographical signage space deficiency (GSSD). Kathy D am sure will share it.
Regards
John[We are being directed to this commonwealth site btw which does have a nice video on methods etc
https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/safe-use-dvd
[cid:image003.png@01D5E5D3.7A05FA90]Dr John Ferguson MBBS DTM&H FRACP FRCPA
Director, Infection Prevention Service | Hunter New England Local Health District
John Hunter Hospital, Locked Bag 1, Newcastle Mail Centre, NSW 2310, Australia
T: 61 2 49214444 | F: 61 2 49214440 | M: +61(0)428 885573 (Speed Dial 67607) | Tw @mdjkf
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[cid:image002.png@01D5E5D2.A3686B80]An information sheet with interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
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Dear All
Just commentary and noting that this page John refers to was last updated in 2008
There has been further discussions since then re the cost implications of fit testing and scientific evidence to support the practice.
The Australian ICGs also recommend that when removing PPE that protective eyewear is the 2nd item to be removed this was subject to considerable debate during ebola preparedness and some jurisdictions now have different removal sequences to protect eyes.
Kindest
Rebecca
Rebecca McCann | Program Manager | Healthcare Associated Infection Unit (HAIU)
Communicable Disease Control Directorate
Department of HealthT: 08 9222 2043 M: 0439 920 819 E: rebecca.mccann@health.wa.gov.au
From: ACIPC Infexion Connexion [mailto:ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU] On Behalf Of Helen Roberts
Sent: Tuesday, 18 February 2020 8:54 AM
To: ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU
Subject: Re: [ACIPC_Infexion_Connexion] Interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)Hi Liz,
I would like the information in regards to fit testing as well. Currently I do a fit check.
Thanks
HelenHelen Roberts
Infection Control
P:
07 4646 3106
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F:
07 4633 7602
E:
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W:
Post:
PO Box 263, Toowoomba, QLD 4350
Address:
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From: ACIPC Infexion Connexion On Behalf Of VANDERLINDE, Liz
Sent: Tuesday, 18 February 2020 9:38 AM
To: ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU
Subject: Re: [ACIPC_Infexion_Connexion] Interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)Hello Everyone.
On the back of John Fergusons comment. How does one go about implementing fit test training that is, is there an accredited course or Trainer one can co-opt to educate staff? Do any of the mask companies provide this training. Would be interested in how other sites meet this compliance requirement as we are as small private hospital licensed 78 beds.
With Thanks
Liz Vanderlinde
Infection Prevention Control Co-ordinator
North West Private Hospital
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Brickport Road, Burnie TAS 7320, Australia
T +61 3 6432 6005 F +61 3 6431 5766
E liz.vanderlinde@healthecare.com.au W
Healthe Care Hospitals are accredited by ACHS NSQHS Standards or ACHS EQuIP National
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From: ACIPC Infexion Connexion <ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU> On Behalf Of John Ferguson (Hunter New England LHD)
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Hi all,
Is anyone concerned that this (and other statements) ignores the requirement for fit testing of staff who are going to rely on airborne mask protection?
Btw, CEC NSW have developed nice combined Contact/Droplet signage for those with geographical signage space deficiency (GSSD). Kathy D am sure will share it.
Regards
John[We are being directed to this commonwealth site btw which does have a nice video on methods etc
https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/safe-use-dvd
[cid:image003.png@01D5E5D3.7A05FA90]Dr John Ferguson MBBS DTM&H FRACP FRCPA
Director, Infection Prevention Service | Hunter New England Local Health District
John Hunter Hospital, Locked Bag 1, Newcastle Mail Centre, NSW 2310, Australia
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From: ACIPC Infexion Connexion [mailto:ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU] On Behalf Of Philip Russo
Sent: Friday, 14 February 2020 8:04 PM
To: ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU
Subject: [ACIPC_Infexion_Connexion] Interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)An information sheet with interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
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Hi John
The 2019 Australian Guidelines p. 116 recommends fit testing as follows:
* on commencement of employment for HCWs in clinical areas where there is a significant risk of exposure via airborne route
* when there is significant change to the wearer’s facial characteristics (eg. weight loss or gain, etc)
* annually thereafter (AS/NZS 1715:2009)
There are two types of fit testing:
* Qualitative – inexpensive equipment (approximately $400 per kit) requires hood and sprays, company rep can provide training to staff to perform fit testing, human resources required to perform fit testing on staff
* Quantitative – expensive equipment, generally performed by mask company reps where a good seal cannot be obtained via a qualitative approach
It is my understanding that all HCFs are recommended to undertake fit testing for staff, however my observation is that very few do. I am aware of two HCFs that participate in fit testing (1 x major public hospital and 1 private hospital).
It would be interesting to know how many other HCFs participate in fit testing.
Kind regards
Meredith Southon
Meredith Southon RN MIPC QualNursImm
Clinical Nurse Consultant | Infection Prevention & Control | Staff Health | Murwillumbah District Hospital
PO Box 821, Murwillumbah NSW 2484
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Hi all,
Is anyone concerned that this (and other statements) ignores the requirement for fit testing of staff who are going to rely on airborne mask protection?
Btw, CEC NSW have developed nice combined Contact/Droplet signage for those with geographical signage space deficiency (GSSD). Kathy D am sure will share it.
Regards
John[We are being directed to this commonwealth site btw which does have a nice video on methods etc
https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/safe-use-dvd
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Hi All,
Please refer to this SA Health report:
Evaluation of a large-scale quantitative respirator-fit testing program for healthcare workers: survey results.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20658919Kind regards
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Hi John
The 2019 Australian Guidelines p. 116 recommends fit testing as follows:
* on commencement of employment for HCWs in clinical areas where there is a significant risk of exposure via airborne route
* when there is significant change to the wearer’s facial characteristics (eg. weight loss or gain, etc)
* annually thereafter (AS/NZS 1715:2009)
* link here https://www.nhmrc.gov.au/about-us/publications/australian-guidelines-prevention-and-control-infection-healthcare-2019#block-views-block-file-attachments-content-block-1There are two types of fit testing:
* Qualitative – inexpensive equipment (approximately $400 per kit) requires hood and sprays, company rep can provide training to staff to perform fit testing, human resources required to perform fit testing on staff
* Quantitative – expensive equipment, generally performed by mask company reps where a good seal cannot be obtained via a qualitative approachIt is my understanding that all HCFs are recommended to undertake fit testing for staff, however my observation is that very few do. I am aware of two HCFs that participate in fit testing (1 x major public hospital and 1 private hospital).
It would be interesting to know how many other HCFs participate in fit testing.
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Meredith Southon
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Hi all,
Is anyone concerned that this (and other statements) ignores the requirement for fit testing of staff who are going to rely on airborne mask protection?
Btw, CEC NSW have developed nice combined Contact/Droplet signage for those with geographical signage space deficiency (GSSD). Kathy D am sure will share it.
Regards
John[We are being directed to this commonwealth site btw which does have a nice video on methods etc
https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/safe-use-dvd
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Hi,
If organisations are contemplating qualitative fit testing of staff members, it should be noted that there are also differences in results between using the sweet and bitter solutions in the 3M qualitative kit. My understanding is that you get better results with the bitter solution but not all people can taste it.
However, the key thing here is to ensure that you have different sizes of respirators available and also different shapes- a duckbill shaped/flat fold product does not suit all face shapes. Instead, people without a prominent bridge to their nose should be using a cupped version.
Cheers
Holly
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Hi All,
Please refer to this SA Health report:
Evaluation of a large-scale quantitative respirator-fit testing program for healthcare workers: survey results.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20658919Kind regards
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[cid:image007.png@01D3BD09.751EBB60]Hi John
The 2019 Australian Guidelines p. 116 recommends fit testing as follows:
* on commencement of employment for HCWs in clinical areas where there is a significant risk of exposure via airborne route
* when there is significant change to the wearer’s facial characteristics (eg. weight loss or gain, etc)
* annually thereafter (AS/NZS 1715:2009)
* link here https://www.nhmrc.gov.au/about-us/publications/australian-guidelines-prevention-and-control-infection-healthcare-2019#block-views-block-file-attachments-content-block-1There are two types of fit testing:
* Qualitative – inexpensive equipment (approximately $400 per kit) requires hood and sprays, company rep can provide training to staff to perform fit testing, human resources required to perform fit testing on staff
* Quantitative – expensive equipment, generally performed by mask company reps where a good seal cannot be obtained via a qualitative approachIt is my understanding that all HCFs are recommended to undertake fit testing for staff, however my observation is that very few do. I am aware of two HCFs that participate in fit testing (1 x major public hospital and 1 private hospital).
It would be interesting to know how many other HCFs participate in fit testing.
Kind regards
Meredith Southon
Meredith Southon RN MIPC QualNursImm
Clinical Nurse Consultant | Infection Prevention & Control | Staff Health | Murwillumbah District Hospital
PO Box 821, Murwillumbah NSW 2484
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Hi all,
Is anyone concerned that this (and other statements) ignores the requirement for fit testing of staff who are going to rely on airborne mask protection?
Btw, CEC NSW have developed nice combined Contact/Droplet signage for those with geographical signage space deficiency (GSSD). Kathy D am sure will share it.
Regards
John[We are being directed to this commonwealth site btw which does have a nice video on methods etc
https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/safe-use-dvd
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Hi Everyone,
I think that we should be aware that the CDC actually has two options for PPE removal and our NHMRC only supplies a poster on Option 1.
With my past history as a scrub nurse, Option 2 makes way more sense to me than Option 1.
If you havent seen Option 2 here is the link https://www.cdc.gov/hai/pdfs/ppe/ppe-sequence.pdf
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Subject: Re: [ACIPC_Infexion_Connexion] Interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)Dear All
Just commentary and noting that this page John refers to was last updated in 2008
There has been further discussions since then re the cost implications of fit testing and scientific evidence to support the practice.
The Australian ICGs also recommend that when removing PPE that protective eyewear is the 2nd item to be removed this was subject to considerable debate during ebola preparedness and some jurisdictions now have different removal sequences to protect eyes.
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From: ACIPC Infexion Connexion <ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU> On Behalf Of VANDERLINDE, Liz
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On the back of John Fergusons comment. How does one go about implementing fit test training that is, is there an accredited course or Trainer one can co-opt to educate staff? Do any of the mask companies provide this training. Would be interested in how other sites meet this compliance requirement as we are as small private hospital licensed 78 beds.
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Hi all,Is anyone concerned that this (and other statements) ignores the requirement for fit testing of staff who are going to rely on airborne mask protection?
Btw, CEC NSW have developed nice combined Contact/Droplet signage for those with geographical signage space deficiency (GSSD). Kathy D am sure will share it.
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Hi Meredith
We do not use any special equipment. We do undertake fit testing with new staff and it is a yearly competency for our ED staff. We talk them through the whole process of putting it on, blowing in and out, checking the seal for air leakage and removing safely. We advise on the correct size and discuss issues with beards etc.
Hope this helps.
Sharon Deen
Infection Control Nurse
Phone:08 9531 8570Hi John
The 2019 Australian Guidelines p. 116 recommends fit testing as follows:
* on commencement of employment for HCWs in clinical areas where there is a significant risk of exposure via airborne route
* when there is significant change to the wearer’s facial characteristics (eg. weight loss or gain, etc)
* annually thereafter (AS/NZS 1715:2009)
There are two types of fit testing:
* Qualitative – inexpensive equipment (approximately $400 per kit) requires hood and sprays, company rep can provide training to staff to perform fit testing, human resources required to perform fit testing on staff
* Quantitative – expensive equipment, generally performed by mask company reps where a good seal cannot be obtained via a qualitative approach
It is my understanding that all HCFs are recommended to undertake fit testing for staff, however my observation is that very few do. I am aware of two HCFs that participate in fit testing (1 x major public hospital and 1 private hospital).
It would be interesting to know how many other HCFs participate in fit testing.
Kind regards
Meredith Southon
Meredith Southon RN MIPC QualNursImm
Clinical Nurse Consultant | Infection Prevention & Control | Staff Health | Murwillumbah District Hospital
PO Box 821, Murwillumbah NSW 2484
Tel 02 6672 0232 | Fax 02 6672 0226 | Meredith.Southon@health.nsw.gov.au
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Hi all,
Is anyone concerned that this (and other statements) ignores the requirement for fit testing of staff who are going to rely on airborne mask protection?
Btw, CEC NSW have developed nice combined Contact/Droplet signage for those with geographical signage space deficiency (GSSD). Kathy D am sure will share it.
Regards
John[We are being directed to this commonwealth site btw which does have a nice video on methods etc
https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/safe-use-dvd
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Hi Sharon,
That sounds like fit checking not fit testing. Fit testing requires the use of the equipment previously mentioned and is a requirement of the respiratory protective equipment standards.
Cheers MattLecturer,
School of Nursing, Midwifery & Paramedicine.
University of the Sunshine Coast——– Original message ——–
Hi Meredith
We do not use any special equipment. We do undertake fit testing with new staff and it is a yearly competency for our ED staff. We talk them through the whole process of putting it on, blowing in and out, checking the seal for air leakage and removing safely. We advise on the correct size and discuss issues with beards etc.
Hope this helps.
Sharon Deen
Infection Control Nurse
Phone:08 9531 8570Hi John
The 2019 Australian Guidelines p. 116 recommends fit testing as follows:
on commencement of employment for HCWs in clinical areas where there is a significant risk of exposure via airborne route
when there is significant change to the wearers facial characteristics (eg. weight loss or gain, etc)
annually thereafter (AS/NZS 1715:2009)
There are two types of fit testing:
Qualitative – inexpensive equipment (approximately $400 per kit) requires hood and sprays, company rep can provide training to staff to perform fit testing, human resources required to perform fit testing on staff
Quantitative – expensive equipment, generally performed by mask company reps where a good seal cannot be obtained via a qualitative approach
It is my understanding that all HCFs are recommended to undertake fit testing for staff, however my observation is that very few do. I am aware of two HCFs that participate in fit testing (1 x major public hospital and 1 private hospital).
It would be interesting to know how many other HCFs participate in fit testing.
Kind regards
Meredith Southon
Meredith Southon RN MIPC QualNursImm
Clinical Nurse Consultant | Infection Prevention & Control | Staff Health | Murwillumbah District Hospital
PO Box 821, Murwillumbah NSW 2484
Tel 02 6672 0232 | Fax 02 6672 0226 | Meredith.Southon@health.nsw.gov.au
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Hi all,
Is anyone concerned that this (and other statements) ignores the requirement for fit testing of staff who are going to rely on airborne mask protection?
Btw, CEC NSW have developed nice combined Contact/Droplet signage for those with geographical signage space deficiency (GSSD). Kathy D am sure will share it.
Regards
John[We are being directed to this commonwealth site btw which does have a nice video on methods etc
https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/safe-use-dvd
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Director, Infection Prevention Service | Hunter New England Local Health District
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Hi Sharon
The competency you described sounds more like fit checking than fit testing. Are you able to confirm if you fit test or just fit check?
Kind regards
Meredith Southon
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Clinical Nurse Consultant | Infection Prevention & Control | Staff Health | Murwillumbah District Hospital
PO Box 821, Murwillumbah NSW 2484
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From: ACIPC Infexion Connexion On Behalf Of Deen, Sharon
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To: ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU
Subject: Re: [ACIPC_Infexion_Connexion] Interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)Hi Meredith
We do not use any special equipment. We do undertake fit testing with new staff and it is a yearly competency for our ED staff. We talk them through the whole process of putting it on, blowing in and out, checking the seal for air leakage and removing safely. We advise on the correct size and discuss issues with beards etc.
Hope this helps.
Sharon Deen
Infection Control Nurse
Phone:08 9531 8570From: ACIPC Infexion Connexion <ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU> On Behalf Of Meredith Southon (Northern NSW LHD)
Sent: Tuesday, 18 February 2020 12:30 PM
To: ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU
Subject: Re: [ACIPC_Infexion_Connexion] Interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)Hi John
The 2019 Australian Guidelines p. 116 recommends fit testing as follows:
on commencement of employment for HCWs in clinical areas where there is a significant risk of exposure via airborne route
when there is significant change to the wearers facial characteristics (eg. weight loss or gain, etc)
annually thereafter (AS/NZS 1715:2009)
There are two types of fit testing:
Qualitative – inexpensive equipment (approximately $400 per kit) requires hood and sprays, company rep can provide training to staff to perform fit testing, human resources required to perform fit testing on staff
Quantitative – expensive equipment, generally performed by mask company reps where a good seal cannot be obtained via a qualitative approach
It is my understanding that all HCFs are recommended to undertake fit testing for staff, however my observation is that very few do. I am aware of two HCFs that participate in fit testing (1 x major public hospital and 1 private hospital).
It would be interesting to know how many other HCFs participate in fit testing.
Kind regards
Meredith Southon
Meredith Southon RN MIPC QualNursImm
Clinical Nurse Consultant | Infection Prevention & Control | Staff Health | Murwillumbah District Hospital
PO Box 821, Murwillumbah NSW 2484
Tel 02 6672 0232 | Fax 02 6672 0226 | Meredith.Southon@health.nsw.gov.au
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From: ACIPC Infexion Connexion <ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU> On Behalf Of John Ferguson (Hunter New England LHD)
Sent: Monday, 17 February 2020 8:53 PM
To: ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU
Subject: Re: [ACIPC_Infexion_Connexion] Interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)Hi all,
Is anyone concerned that this (and other statements) ignores the requirement for fit testing of staff who are going to rely on airborne mask protection?
Btw, CEC NSW have developed nice combined Contact/Droplet signage for those with geographical signage space deficiency (GSSD). Kathy D am sure will share it.
Regards
John[We are being directed to this commonwealth site btw which does have a nice video on methods etc
https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/safe-use-dvd
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John Hunter Hospital, Locked Bag 1, Newcastle Mail Centre, NSW 2310, Australia
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Sent: Friday, 14 February 2020 8:04 PM
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Subject: [ACIPC_Infexion_Connexion] Interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)An information sheet with interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
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Hi Sharon,
Dont confuse the terms Fit Check with Fit Test they are different processes and the Quantitative Fit Test method is the only way of getting non subjective results.
Kind regards
Chris Pollard
Kenelec Scientific
0437 007 810From: ACIPC Infexion Connexion On Behalf Of Deen, Sharon
Sent: Wednesday, 19 February 2020 2:11 PM
To: ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU
Subject: Re: [ACIPC_Infexion_Connexion] Interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)Hi Meredith
We do not use any special equipment. We do undertake fit testing with new staff and it is a yearly competency for our ED staff. We talk them through the whole process of putting it on, blowing in and out, checking the seal for air leakage and removing safely. We advise on the correct size and discuss issues with beards etc.
Hope this helps.
Sharon Deen
Infection Control Nurse
Phone:08 9531 8570From: ACIPC Infexion Connexion <ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU> On Behalf Of Meredith Southon (Northern NSW LHD)
Sent: Tuesday, 18 February 2020 12:30 PM
To: ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU
Subject: Re: [ACIPC_Infexion_Connexion] Interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)Hi John
The 2019 Australian Guidelines p. 116 recommends fit testing as follows:
* on commencement of employment for HCWs in clinical areas where there is a significant risk of exposure via airborne route
* when there is significant change to the wearers facial characteristics (eg. weight loss or gain, etc)
* annually thereafter (AS/NZS 1715:2009)
* link here https://www.nhmrc.gov.au/about-us/publications/australian-guidelines-prevention-and-control-infection-healthcare-2019#block-views-block-file-attachments-content-block-1There are two types of fit testing:
* Qualitative – inexpensive equipment (approximately $400 per kit) requires hood and sprays, company rep can provide training to staff to perform fit testing, human resources required to perform fit testing on staff
* Quantitative – expensive equipment, generally performed by mask company reps where a good seal cannot be obtained via a qualitative approachIt is my understanding that all HCFs are recommended to undertake fit testing for staff, however my observation is that very few do. I am aware of two HCFs that participate in fit testing (1 x major public hospital and 1 private hospital).
It would be interesting to know how many other HCFs participate in fit testing.
Kind regards
Meredith Southon
Meredith Southon RN MIPC QualNursImm
Clinical Nurse Consultant | Infection Prevention & Control | Staff Health | Murwillumbah District Hospital
PO Box 821, Murwillumbah NSW 2484
Tel 02 6672 0232 | Fax 02 6672 0226 | Meredith.Southon@health.nsw.gov.au
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From: ACIPC Infexion Connexion <ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU> On Behalf Of John Ferguson (Hunter New England LHD)
Sent: Monday, 17 February 2020 8:53 PM
To: ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU
Subject: Re: [ACIPC_Infexion_Connexion] Interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)Hi all,
Is anyone concerned that this (and other statements) ignores the requirement for fit testing of staff who are going to rely on airborne mask protection?
Btw, CEC NSW have developed nice combined Contact/Droplet signage for those with geographical signage space deficiency (GSSD). Kathy D am sure will share it.
Regards
John[We are being directed to this commonwealth site btw which does have a nice video on methods etc
https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/safe-use-dvd
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From: ACIPC Infexion Connexion [mailto:ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU] On Behalf Of Philip Russo
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Subject: [ACIPC_Infexion_Connexion] Interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)An information sheet with interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
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Hi Phil,
I’m seeking some clarification in relation to the information sheet with
interim recommendations for the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
during hospital care of people with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) you
posted below.Specifically the number of times staff are required to wash their hand when
removing PPE as per instruction below:*Perform hand hygiene before donning gown, gloves, eye protection
(goggles or face shield) and a P2/N95 respirator, which should be
fit-checked.
*After the consultation, remove gown and gloves, perform hand
hygiene, remove eye protection perform hand hygiene, remove P2/N95
respirator and perform hand hygiene. Do not touch the front of any item of
PPE during removal, perform hand hygiene at any point contamination may have
occurred.
*The room surfaces should be wiped clean with detergent/disinfectant
by a person wearing gloves, gown and surgical mask.
*The room should be left vacant with the door closed for at least 30
minutes after specimen collection (cleaning can be performed during this
time by a person wearing PPE).My understanding is that this requirement is specific to Ebola and is not
necessary for Coronavirus?I note it is not a requirement in the CDC guidelines – Interim Infection
Prevention and Control Recommendations for Patients with Confirmed
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) or Persons Under Investigation for
COVID-19 in Healthcare Settings. Updated February 21, 2020https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/infection-control/control-recommen
dations.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-nc
ov%2Fhcp%2Finfection-control.htmlAre you or anyone else on the advisory group able to clarify furtther?
Many thanks in anticipation.
Glenys
Glenys Harrington
Consultant
Infection Control Consultancy (ICC)
P.O. Box 6385
Melbourne
Australia, 3004
M: +61 404816434
Russo
personal protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)An information sheet with interim recommendations for the use of personal
protective equipment (PPE) during hospital care of people with Coronavirus
Disease 2019 (COVID-19).Available here
https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/interim-recommendations-for
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