Table 7. PPE donning procedure (adapted from Healthcare Infection Control Practices Advisory Committee guideline [35]).

1	Hand hygiene
2	Gown
	- Select the type of gown matching the task.
	- Put it on (opening is in the back) and fasten it in the back of the neck and waist.
3	Highly efficient mask
	- Place the respirator over the nose, mouth, and chin and check for a tight seal around the nose by pressing the nosepiece with the fingertips.B8- Grasp the mask with both hands and check for air leakage while inhaling and exhaling.
	- Grasp the mask with both hands and check for air leakage while inhaling and exhaling.
4	Eye shield (goggles or face shield)
	- Position goggles over the eyes for a comfortable fit by adjusting the headband; or
	- Position the face shield over the face and fasten it with the earpieces and headband.
5	Gloves
	- Put on the gloves.
	- Extend to cover the wrist of the gown.
	- Double gloving should be applied, if necessary, depending on the protection level required for the task.

PPE, personal protective equipment.