When dealing with Avian Flu it is
important to protect the individual healthcare worker,
veterinary or security personnel from exposure. The
virus is only .7 microns in diameter and conventional
protective garments and masks will allow the virus to
pass through the clothing.
We are offering a choice of 2 standard
styles using 2 different materials. The materials are
important.
The two styles of kits are (please note
that the elastic used in the products is Latex Free to
guard against Latex allergies);
A.
Fully hooded coverall, WECR style, with
zipper flap and elastic at the wrists and ankles, ear
loop face mask with attached eye shield, 2 shoe covers
and 2 vinyl gloves.
B.
Isolation gown with waist and neck ties,
ear loop face mask with attached eye shield, bouffant
cap,2 shoe covers and 2 vinyl gloves
The first material of choice is called
SureShield. This material is a bi-laminate which uses a
polypropylene spunbond carrier sheet laminated to a
microporous polyethylene film. The PE film is
breathable. This means that it will allow air molecules
to pass through but will not let chemicals or viral
bodies to pass through. It is splash resistant and will
offer 100% protection against Avian Flu.
The second material that the kits are
available in is called SMS. This is the same material
used by doctors in the surgery to protect them against
blood borne pathogens. The material does have lower
splash protection but in warm humid environments it will
be more comfortable to wear. It will be 98% effective in
holding out the Avian Flu virus.
All kits include a surgical face mask
with an attached polyester eye shield. The Bacterial
Filtration Efficiency (BFE) of the masks is rated
between 98.9% and 99.4%. Avian Flu will not pass through
these masks. If you are using a N95 mask which means 95%
filtration efficiency then the virus will pass through
8% of the time. The eye shield is provided to protect
the eyes from possibly receiving viral contact in the
event of a patient coughing or sneezing. The wet and
warm surfaces of the eyes provide a perfect entry and
breeding ground for the virus and must be protected.
We are including gloves as a device to
prevent cross-contamination when handling the patient or
animal. The shoe covers will offer moderate protection
from contamination on the ground or Triage center.
With the Global Pandemic approaching we
believe that this protective kit and the ease of use is
an important part of your personal protective arsenal |