COVID-19 PPE Donning and Doffing

A video based on the latest available advice (May 2020) has been produced by the Care Plus Group Infection Control team, showing the correct procedure for the donning and doffing of personal protective equipment (PPE).

The video can be accessed here -> COVID-19 PPE Donning and Doffing

COVID-19 Face Coverings

Wearing face coverings in enclosed spaces including shops and supermarkets became mandatory on Friday 24th July, to help stop the spread of coronavirus.

An illustrative poster has been produced by Infection Control highlighting the correct and incorrect ways to wear your face coverings to help inform the public.

The poster can be accessed and downloaded here -> COVID-19 Face Coverings

Guidance for the Prevention and Management of Skin Damage beneath PPE

A video has been created by the Care Plus Group Skin Integrity Team based on the latest guidance (May 2020), providing guidance for the prevention and management of skin damage beneath PPE.

The video can be accessed here -> Guidance for the Prevention and Management of Skin Damage beneath PPE

Traffic Light Prevention and Management of Pressure Damage Model

The Traffic Light Prevention and Management of Pressure Damage Model is a local risk assessment tool used within North East Lincolnshire for allied health care professionals.

The Traffic Light Model is based on three risk levels (Green – Low, Amber – High and Red – Very High). Risk levels are dependent on an individual’s risk factors. It also provides general advice on management, re-positioning regimes and skin checks to enable care staff to monitor individuals – promoting early identification of tissue damage with the aim of preventing pressure ulcer development.

The training video and quiz can be accessed here -> Traffic Light Training