Re: Question Extended mask use

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Hi Paul,

The CEC has a new COVID-19 Infection Control Manual (20 April 2021), which includes information about extended mask use. It does state Both surgical and P2/N95 masks can be safely and comfortably worn for up to 4 hours continuously without removing the mask unless damaged, soiled or contaminated
4.7 Extended or sessional use of PPE (Page 103)
https://www.cec.health.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0018/644004/COVID-19-IPAC-Manual.pdf

Kind regards,

Susan

Susan Farrugia
Infection Control Coordinator
Arcadia Pittwater Private Hospital
4 Daydream Street
Warriewood NSW
Infectioncontrol@arcadiapittwater.com.au

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From: ACIPC Infexion Connexion On Behalf Of Paul Ingram
Sent: Tuesday, 27 April 2021 11:31 AM
To: ACIPCLIST@ACIPC.ORG.AU
Subject: [ACIPC_Infexion_Connexion] Question

Hi,

We are wearing masks again in WA.

Question is how long can you wear a single use mask for up to 4 hrs unless becomes wet soiled or damaged yes?

Is there any written Health Dept policy on this cant find it?

Ta Paul.

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