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HOOD, non-woven, integrated mask, VHF, s.u

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https://unicat.msf.org/cat/product/54081
STD SPPEHOOD2--

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Former Code(s): ELINZFR0036 ELINCADH2--
Single use
A single-use device, also referred to as a disposable device, is intended for use on one patient during a single procedure. It is not intended to be reprocessed (i.e., cleaned and disinfected or sterilized).
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The order of this product needs to be justified and is only acceptable under certain conditions.
tegory III - risks that may cause very serious consequences such as death or irreversible
Personal protective equipment: Equipment that will protect the health staff against health or safety risks in medical activities.
The product is part of at least one Kit. A kit is a collection of products (medical and/or logistic) that are needed for a certain intervention in emergency. The choice and quantity of the articles reflects the MSF protocols for this specific situation. The use of Kits allows to start an intervention without a detailed evaluation.
OC subscriptions: included in supply or field order tools (e.g. UniField)
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HOOD, non-woven, VHF, s.u.

Definition

A non-sterile head covering designed as a top with elongated sides and back with a front opening for the face to be used by all staff members working in VHF contexts to cover their hair and facial hair (beards) in order to protect both the patient and themselves from the transfer of microorganisms, body fluids, and particulate material.

Synonym

head gear

Specifications

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Quality Standards Comment

PPE Category III

EN 14126: 2003 : Protective clothing. Performance requirements and tests methods for protective clothing against infective agents

EN 14126 comprises the following material tests:

  • ISO 16603: 2004 (confirmed 2014): Clothing for protection against contact with blood and body fluids -- Determination of the resistance of protective clothing materials to penetration by blood and body fluids -- Test method using synthetic blood
  • ISO 16604: 2004 (confirmed 2014): Clothing for protection against contact with blood and body fluids -- Determination of resistance of protective clothing materials to penetration by blood-borne pathogens -- Test method using Phi-X 174 bacteriophage
  • ISO 22610: 2018: Surgical drapes, gowns and clean air suits, used as medical devices, for patients, clinical staff and equipment - Test method to determine the resistance to wet bacterial penetration
  • ISO 22612: 2005: Clothing for protection against infectious agents - Test method for resistance to dry microbial penetration (confirmed in 2020)

Technical specifications

  • Fabric: ≥4/6 for test ISO 16603 and ≥4/6 for test ISO 16604
    • Puntiform
    • Tyvek: a spunbonded nonwoven material made from high-density polyethylene fibers. It can resist repeated folding and flexing without tearing. It can also be glued, laminated, sewn, stapled and fixed.
  • Seems :
    • sewed and covered (=sealed) or welded with ultrasounds
  • Form/design :
    • Covers the head, the neck, and the shoulders
    • Non-elastic opening for the face
    • Surgical mask IIR integrated enabling to cover 100% of the face except the eyes and surroundings
    • 3 pairs of straps to tighten for fixation behind the head
    • 1 or 2 pairs of straps for fixation at the height of the torso
    • Universal size
  • Non sterile, for single use
  • Unit presentation

Instructions for use

Wearing the hood is mandatory:

  • For medical and non-medical staff working in the high-risk zone of a VHF treatment unit
  • For burial team in charge of preparation, transport and burial of corpses of people died of VHF and when carrying out disinfection of the morgue
  • For ambulance team when transporting patients of VHF and carrying out disinfection of the ambulance
  • For mobile team in charge of house disinfection
  • For waste management staff when handling or disposing of VHF contaminated waste
  • For all persons (staff and patients' attendants) in close contact with a patient with suspected or known VHF or SARS. Not suitable for family and visitors

MSF requirements

The hood is part of the full personal protective equipment worn in VHF contexts: see the protective equipment module of the VHF kit.

Indispensable item for the protection of staff and patients' attendants against blood-borne pathogens in haemorrhagic fever contexts.

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