Donning and Doffing PPE - Key Topics

Donning and Doffing PPE: Online Training Course for Healthcare Professionals Course Description: This online course provides comprehensive training on the correct procedures for donning (putting on) and doffing (taking off) personal protective equipment (PPE). It is ideal for healthcare workers, healthcare recruitment agencies, and locums in the UK.

  • Introduction to PPE and its importance in healthcare settings

  • Types of PPE used in healthcare, including masks, gloves, gowns, and eye protection

  • Step-by-step guide to donning PPE correctly

  • Step-by-step guide to doffing PPE correctly

  • Hand hygiene techniques and the use of alcohol-based hand rub

  • Respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette

  • Safe management of linen and waste

  • Common mistakes to avoid when using PPE

  • Practical tips for ensuring effective PPE use in healthcare settings

  • Importance of training and education in PPE use

Key Learning Outcomes

  • Master the correct technique for donning and doffing PPE.

  • Understand the importance of hand hygiene in infection control.

  • Implement respiratory and cough hygiene best practices.

  • Identify different types of PPE and their applications.

  • Safe management of linen and waste to prevent contamination.

  • Apply the knowledge and skills to protect yourself and patients.

Why Choose This Course?

With our extensive experience in healthcare training and consultancy, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible, and engaging online courses that meet the needs of healthcare professionals.

  • Easy-to-follow online format: Learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere, on any device

  • Comprehensive and up-to-date information: Based on the latest guidelines and best practices

  • Developed by healthcare professionals: Ensures accurate and relevant content

  • Affordable and accessible: Cost-effective training for individuals and organisations

  • Certification upon completion: Demonstrates your competency in PPE use

Course curriculum

    1. Introduction and Key Learning Outcomes

    2. Course (PDF)

    3. Test

Price

  • £6.00

Course Information

Once you purchase the course, it is valid for you to take for 90 days.

  • This course has been published to provide frontline staff with the information needed as provided by the Department of Health and Public Health England to work in NHS Trusts treating those patients with confirmed or suspected Covid-19.

  • We wish to draw your attention to the fact that each Trust could have its own policies that you will need to make yourself familiar with; they will need to ensure that they provide you with the necessary personal protective equipment and that you are trained to use any specific equipment peculiar to them that you are not familiar with.

  • You have a duty of care to look after your own health and safety and that of your patients. ACI wish you well during these unprecedented times.

  • Some employers/agencies require this as mandatory - please check with your employer/agency if you are required to do this course before making a purchase.

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