Demystifying COVID-19 PPE in Dentistry

Develop a basic understanding of respiratory protection and what is required to achieve adequate protection for workers during COVID-19. Identify the different types of masks and respirators available and how they work Discuss the differences between Surgical and N95 masks according to the AS/NZ standards Understand how particulate filters work Importance of fit & fit testing Recognise the appropriate PPE to wear during COVID-19 restrictions

Course Description and Learning Objective :

• Develop a basic understanding of respiratory protection and what is requires to achieve adequate protection for workers during COVID-19.
• Identify the different types of masks and respirators available and how they work
• Discuss the differences between Surgical and N95 masks according to AS/NZ standards.
• Understands how particulate filters work
• Improve fit and fit testing
• Recording the appropriate PPE to wear during COVID-19 restrictions