Table 4.
Type of PPE appropriate for each risk classification
| Risk | Personal protective equipment |
|---|---|
| High | N95 mask (with exhalation valve) |
| Gown | |
| Goggle | |
| Gloves (double) | |
| Medium | N95 mask |
| Gown | |
| Goggle | |
| Gloves (double) | |
| Low | Surgical mask |
| Apron | |
| Gloves |
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