Aseptic Gowning Dr. Chander Arora

Introduction to Aseptic Gowning Full Gown Gloves Masks Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Aseptic Gowning - Objectives Review the aseptic gowning practices Understand proper cleanroom behaviors and the consequences of improper behaviors Provide opportunity to experience aseptic gowning Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Definitions Aseptic – completely clean; free of contaminants Gowning – the act of putting on a coverall and related protective devices PPE – Personal Protective Equipment such as eye protection, and gloves, intended to protect the operator Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Purpose of Aseptic Gowning Required by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Provides a barrier between people and product Acts as a filtration system Part of a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standard Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Good Practices Begin at Home Personal Hygiene Bathe daily Wash hands after restroom use Wash hands before and after eating Wear clean clothing Keep fingernails short and clean Good skin care – keep skin moisturized Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Before you Gown Remove jewelry and watches that could interfere with protective garments No bare skin below the waist No nail polish or false fingernails No cosmetics, colognes, lotions, or similar products Communicate illness/health conditions with supervisor Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Level I Gown Scrubs Hair net Beard cover (if needed) Safety Glasses Gloves Shoe covers Plant Shoes Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Level II Gowning Scrubs Hair net Beard cover (if needed) Safety Glasses Gloves Shoe covers Plant Shoes Hood Facemask Coverall Shoe Covers Sterile Gloves Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Level III Gowning Scrubs Hair net Beard cover (if needed) Safety Glasses Gloves Shoe covers Plant Shoes Hood Facemask Coverall Shoe Covers Sterile Gloves Sterile Sleeves Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Where to turn to for help In the processing facility, you will be assisted by: Signage – on proper donning and doffing procedures Mirrors – so you can check your work! Each other – if you notice someone's gown is improperly worn, let them know YOU are responsible for gowning properly. Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Aseptic Gowning Activity Gowning PRactice Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Changing Gowning Change garments: When the garment is wet When the garment is torn After you sneeze Change sterile gloves if they tear. Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Cleanroom Behaviors Cleanroom Behaviors impact the aseptic environment. Body regenerative processes – skin flakes, oils, perspiration, hair Movement Attitude Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Movements that can cause contamination Moving quickly Sneezing Coughing Excessive perspiration Personal contact Horseplay Activity Particles/minute (.3 microns and larger) MOTIONLESS (STANDING OR SITTING) 100,000 Walking 2MPH 5,000,000 WALKING 3.5 MPH 7,000,000 WALKING 5 MPH 10,000,000 HORSEPLAY 100,000,000 Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Prohibited Actions in the Cleanroom Eating Drinking Scratching Waving Chewing Exposed skin Touching another person Removing gowning or PPE Folding hands or arms Cell phones Listening to music Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Prohibited Actions: Eating and Drinking Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Prohibited Actions: Scratching & Touching Scratching your body Touching face or any exposed skin Especially around eyes, nose and mouth Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Attitude Our approach, or attitude, may determine whether we prevent contamination or allow contamination. Work habits Communication Stop and think Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning

Review Review of Objectives: Understand the aseptic gowning sequence Understand proper cleanroom behaviors and know the consequences of improper behaviors Accept cleanroom responsibilities as YOUR responsibility Dr. Chander Arora - Aseptic Gowning