Protective Wear

No

• Gowns intended for surgical procedures must be free of holes, punctures and tears.
• Such gowns should be resistant to blood and body fluid penetration
• The gown materials should be disposable and non-disposable composed of reusable woven material, and be free of toxic substances.

For most gowns, they are considered sterile from two inches above the elbow to the cuff seam. It is considered sterile in the front chest area and from the wrist to the elbow

Medical personnel need protective wear for protection against diseases, bacteria and viruses protective wears are essential for the safety of medical personnel and health workers to reduce the risk of contracting and spreading infections. Avoiding the risk of exposure is another major reason for putting on protective wear by medical personnel

Aprons are protective wears that do not cover all the torso but are only half-sleeved and are best for protection from corrosive or irritating liquids, coats are appropriate for minor chemical splashes and solids contamination while gowns are protective wears that cover all the torso and go all the way down to the healthcare worker or medical personnel wrists

Sterile surgical gowns are the personal protective garments which are worn by health care personnel before the commencement of surgical procedures to protect both the patient and health care personnel from the transfer of harmful microorganisms and other contaminants.