What Is Ppe ?
The highly infectious nature of the Corona virus has everyone scrambling to get PPE. PPE - Personal Protective Equipment - protects various parts of the body from catching the virus through contact. The concept of PPE is not new, nor is it related specifically to the health care worker. Many industries and workers use PPEs, including defence personnel. NBC (Nuclear, Biological, Chemical- now NBRC, including Radiological)) warfare scare led the defence forces to prepare a comprehensive PPE. Industrial workers faced with gas leaks or nuclear accidents need to use PPEs. PPEs help to protect various parts of the body from contracting an infection or a gas or radiation. What all needs protection? Eyes -Goggles, Face Shields Face - Face Mask, Face Shields Hands- Gloves - single or double layered depending upon level of exposure Feet - Shoe covers Body- impervious body suit Head Cover/ Hood - for health care workers. Pic courtesy Times of...