Improve the design of PPE for front line NHS and Care Workers
There needs to be a rethink and redesign of the protective clothing provided to our front line workers who are dealing with every stage of COVID-19 treatment, to ensure that it is fully effective in use.
Current equipment relies on too many layers and appears "old style" and inadequate for the task in hand - to protect against a potentially fatal virus.
A modern "one piece" protective suit might help to make a difference - and we will be fighting COVID-19 for a while yet!
Any redesign should seek input from the front line users themselves.
Current equipment relies on too many layers and appears "old style" and inadequate for the task in hand - to protect against a potentially fatal virus.
A modern "one piece" protective suit might help to make a difference - and we will be fighting COVID-19 for a while yet!
Any redesign should seek input from the front line users themselves.
Why the contribution is important
Current PPE is clearly not effective in protecting our front line NHS and Care workers from COVID-19.
by DRM on May 07, 2020 at 04:38PM
Posted by Jward May 07, 2020 at 16:52
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Posted by AADAberdeen May 07, 2020 at 17:02
Produce locally and know what you are getting!
Even a small producer could supply their local Care Home or hospital and this provides work, helps people feel better and more part of a community.
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Posted by Phoebe May 07, 2020 at 17:31
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Posted by Scotbrite May 08, 2020 at 12:58
A revision could then be proposed.
Did the medical profession make any comments on the PPE when treating Ebola patients.
The Turkish PPE did not meet the necessary standards but I'll bet the UK docs and nurses working in Africa never had UK spec PPE.
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Posted by Pearl16 May 09, 2020 at 18:11
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