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i k ORY I l'RECAi.liloM MA_ REQUIRED . � Using the Right PPE When working or visiting in areas with suspected or coil 'iT -ncd cases of Tr, use the appropriate masks, such as HEPA (high -efficiency particulate air) filter respira- r,� tory masks or dust -fume -mist ny. 'jrs "' y/a"s o a✓'aa'r;f:ier ':..k. masks. Your employer's res- piratory protection policy may recommend other types of PPE, as well. Controlling T You and your facility can use a variety of methods to limit the spread of TB: • Place TB patients. in negative -pressure isolation rooms with a minimum of six air changes per hour (preferably 10-12 air changes per hour). • Ask TB patients to cover their noses and mouths with tissue when they cough or sneeze. When transporting TB patients outside of their rooms, be. sure they wear surgical masks. • Use a HEPA filter hood to prevent the spread of TB germs when inducing and collecting sputum. To allow early detection and treat- ment, you need to have periodic TB screening. If your skin test changes from negative to positive, you'll need treatment to prevent the disease from becoming active. Preventive treatment is especially important for TB -infected people with HIV, who are at high risk of developing active TB. Some facilities also use the following: • Portable and stand-alone HEPA filters to decrease infectious droplets in areas such as waiting rooms, clinic rooms,or isolation rooms • Ultraviolet germicidal lamps to kill TB - germs in areas that need extra protection such as small rooms with poor ventilation • Isolation barriers to help separate other staff (such as admitting personnel and social workers) from infected patients skin test is eatment can " m devel- s