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In the EMS profession, it’s extremely important for paramedics, EMTs and other healthcare workers to protect themselves against hazards. These can include pathogens, chemicals, environmental conditions, radioactive or nuclear materials, and more. To do this, EMS professionals should purchase personal protective equipment (PPE) to shield themselves and keep safe.
When purchasing personal protective equipment, there are several elements one should consider. Greg Friese of EMS1.com wrote a great article on this titled, “How to buy personal protective equipment (PPE).” He highlights the following 5 items as things to consider:
1.     Determine PPE needed based on the risk assessment as well as state and national regulations.
2.     Choose PPE that is functional and appropriate.
3.     Decisions should be based on safety first.
4.     Ensure fabrics and construction meet applicable standards and workplace requirements of your workplace.
5.     Select high quality task-specific PPE that will maximize actual usage.
We strongly encourage you to check out the article on EMS1.com for details on each of these 5 considerations.
Our EMS supplies division at Penn Care offers a wide variety of personal protection equipment. One particular item that is strongly recommended for ambulance crews, fire departments, hospitals, and disaster response personnel is our personal protection kit. Sealed in a plastic bag, this complete disposable kit provides protection from bodily fluids and other biohazards. It includes 1 open-back gown, 1 pair of large nitrile gloves, 1 safety shield, 1 biohazard bag, 1 twist tie, 1 P.A.W.S. antimicrobial hand wipe, 1 head cap, and 1 pair of shoe covers. You can check it out here.
Have a piece of personal protection equipment that has shielded you in the past from contaminants? Tell us about it by posting a comment on our blog below.
