PPE and RPE: Preparing for return to the Dental Surgery

All of your burning questions answered on PPE, RPE Fit Testing and the practicalities of returning to practice.

Aims:
To discuss the considerations required when using respiratory protective equipment in healthcare settings.

Objectives:
- To discuss the principles of respiratory protection and equipment.
- To differentiate between surgical masks & different types of respirators FFP1, FFP2, FFP3, reusable & loose fitting.
- To describe how this impacts the dental team and dental practice including routines and processes.
- Raise awareness on different employer and employee responsibilities.
- To discuss the potential impact Covid-19 has on the provision of dentistry and the PPE choices for the dental team.

Learning content:
The CPD event is aimed at Dental Professionals and their supporting staff to gain a better understanding of the principles of respiratory protection in the healthcare workplace through sharing guidelines, best practice & our experiences.

Development outcome:
the CPD event meets the criteria for the GDC’s development outcomes B, C & D.