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Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR)

Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR). Infection Control Unit. PAPR. Use a blower to pass contaminated air through a filter that removes the contaminant and supplies the purified air to the inside of the hood. PAPR. PAPR. PAPR.

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Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR)

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  1. Powered Air Purifying Respirator(PAPR) Infection Control Unit

  2. PAPR Use a blower to pass contaminated air through a filter that removes the contaminant and supplies the purified air to the inside of the hood.

  3. PAPR

  4. PAPR

  5. PAPR

  6. Meets the requirements of AS/NZS 1716 “Respiratory protective devices” Battery life of up to 8 hours P3 filters PAPR air filter unit and battery are not waterproof but are spray proof. Do not immerse or spray directly PAPR safety

  7. When aerosol generating procedures are performed: Bronchoscopy Endotracheal intubation Suctioning Autopsy When a good seal cannot be formed with other protective masks ie a growth of beard or sideburns Indications for use

  8. Transmission

  9. Connect the breathing tube to the head top Buckle and adjust the waist belt until comfortable Connect the breathing tube to the outlet of the unit Adjust the head top to fit comfortably on the head Switch on the unit, fit the head top Procedure for wearing PAPR

  10. Do not remove the head top or turn off the air filter until you have vacated the contaminated area Lift the head top off the head Turn off the air filter unit Unbuckle the waist belt Procedure for removal

  11. Leave the contaminated area immediately if: Any part of the system becomes damaged Airflow into the head top decreases, stops or an alarm sounds Breathing becomes difficult Dizziness or other distress occurs You taste or smell contaminants or irritation occurs Personal safety

  12. Limitations and capabilities of the PAPR Procedure for inspecting the PAPR Donning and removing the PAPR Checking the fit and seal Wearing the PAPR Identification of problems Reporting of problems PAPR training

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