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A guide to using surgical masks  |
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Outlines the role surgical masks can play in controlling infection and advises how to put on, remove and change surgical masks. |
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Source: Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health |
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Avian influenza: a guide to personal protective clothing and equipment for workers and employers working with or around poultry or wild birds |
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Describes appropriate precautions to take during periods of low, moderate and high risk and discusses equipment, training and policies and procedures. Reviews personal protective clothing and equipment and infection prevention measures. |
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Source: Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care |
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Designing an effective PPE program |
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Describes what personal protective equipment (PPE) is and the role it plays in the workplace. Discusses the development, promotion and implementation of a PPE program. Includes a program checklist. |
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Source: Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety |
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How to fit and remove a P2 respirator |
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Shows how to fit, remove and dispose of P2 respirators. |
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Source: Australian Department of Health and Ageing |
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How to fit and remove a protective gown |
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Shows how to fit, remove and dispose of protective gowns. |
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Source: Australian Department of Health and Ageing |
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How to fit and remove personal protective equipment in the correct order |
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Shows how to put on and remove personal protective equipment. |
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Source: Australian Department of Health and Ageing |
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How to fit and remove protective eyewear |
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Shows how to fit, remove and dispose of goggles and face shields. |
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Source: Australian Department of Health and Ageing |
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How to fit and remove protective gloves |
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Poster shows how to fit, remove and dispose of protective gloves. |
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Source: Australian Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research |
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How to wear and remove a surgical mask |
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Describes how to wear and adjust as well as remove and dispose of surgical masks. |
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Source: Australian Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research |
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Influenza pandemic |
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Provides answers to questions about what influenza is, types of influenza, the development of pandemic influenza and pandemics, symptoms, vaccines and antivirals, and personal protective equipment. Includes information about governmental plans for limiting the spread of disease during a pandemic. |
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Source: Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux du Québec |
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Influenza pandemic planning guide (version 1.0) |
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Provides guidance to CGA member companies on how to prepare a plan that will minimize the risk that an influenza pandemic poses to the health and safety of employees, the continuity of business operations, and the bottom line. Includes discussions of employment law, prevention and mitigation, preparedness strategies, surveillance and response procedures, business continuity and communication during pandemic phases. Includes sample employee notices, posters and other supporting information. |
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Source: Canadian Gas Association |
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Information for first responders |
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Reviews what first responders need to know about an influenza pandemic. Includes links to information about infection control, personal protective equipment, the role of governmental agencies, educational resources and tools. |
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Source: Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care |
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Interim guidance for protection of persons involves in U.S. avian influenza outbreak disease control and eradication activities |
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Provides interim guidance for protection of persons involved in activities to control and eradicate outbreaks of avian influenza among poultry in the United States. Includes information about basic infection control, personal protective equipment, vaccination with seasonal influenza vaccine, antiviral prophylaxis, surveillance and monitoring of workers and evaluation of ill workers. |
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Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) |
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Prepared and protected |
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Video presents information about how respiratory diseases are caused and spread, infection control strategies and the use of personal protective equipment. |
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Source: Australian Department of Health and Ageing |
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Protect others...If you have a fever and cough, wear a mask. |
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Describes what causes respiratory tract infections and how they are spread. Discusses how to wear a mask and when and why it is important to do so. Outlines strategies to reduce the spread of infections. |
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Source: Agence de la santé et des services sociaux Montréal Québec |
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Public health measures during an influenza pandemic |
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Provides answers to questions about what to do during a pandemic influenza. Addresses issues such as what to do when ill, quarantine, preventive measures, schools and child care facilities, masks and traveling. |
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Source: Manitoba Health |
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Respirator care |
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Presents sample checklists for caring for respirators and for self-contained breathing apparatus. Includes sources of further information. |
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Source: Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety |
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Respirator selection |
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Describes when a respirator should be used and how to control respiratory hazards in the workplace. Summarizes the components of a respiratory protection program and discusses the types of respirators and respirator selection. Includes sources of further information. |
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Source: Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety |
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Seasonal Flu: posters |
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Provides access to a series of posters covering topics such as hand hygiene, respiratory hygiene, influenza, restroom etiquette and the use of personal protective equipment. |
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Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs |
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