HOW TO SAFELY REMOVE PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

Description

This document provides guidance on safely removing personal protective equipment (PPE). It outlines the proper sequence for removing gloves, goggles/face shields, gowns, and masks. Gloves should be removed first by peeling inside out without touching the outside. Goggles/face shields are then removed by lifting from the back. The gown is removed by unfastening ties and pulling inside out without touching the outside. The mask is removed by grasping the bottom ties and removing without touching the front. Hands should be washed or sanitized after removing all PPE. PPE should be removed in the patient room before exiting.