Step-by-Step Guides to Help You Use PPE Effectively
Surgical Mask Buying Guide: What to Look For Choosing the right surgical mask isn’t just an exercise in price-shopping—it’s a patient-safety decision. Below are the critical checkpoints every materials manager, infection-prevention lead, or bulk buyer should run through before signing the next purchase order. 1. Confirm the ASTM Level ASTM F 2100 sets three performance […]
PPE Storage & Maintenance Tips Storing and maintaining personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly preserves its protective performance, prevents costly waste, and keeps your facility compliant with OSHA, CDC, and FDA requirements. Use the guidance below as a practical roadmap for surgical masks, respirators, gloves, gowns, and eye protection. 1. Why Good Storage Matters OSHA reminds […]
How to Perform a Fit Test for Maximum Protection Proper fit testing is the single most important step in ensuring that a tight-fitting respirator (such as an N95 or elastomeric half-mask) will actually deliver its advertised level of protection. U.S. regulations require every healthcare worker to pass a fit test before first use, at least […]
Addressing PPE Shortages: How Hospitals Can Secure Reliable Supply Chains The COVID-19 crisis exposed just how fragile global supply routes can be. In early 2020, more than half of the U.S. stock of masks, gowns and gloves was sourced from a single region overseas, and export bans quickly choked the pipeline. A 2024 Government Accountability […]
Proper Storage & Shelf Life of PPE Products To ensure personal protective equipment (PPE)—including surgical masks, gowns, and gloves—remains effective, it’s essential to understand correct storage practices and the typical shelf life of these critical items. At USA MedPro, we’re committed to providing PPE products that offer reliable protection when stored and used appropriately. Why […]
Wearing your mask correctly is essential to ensure maximum protection for yourself and others. USA MedPro surgical masks are made in the USA and tested to ASTM Level 3 standards—the highest level of fluid resistance, filtration efficiency, and breathability. Follow the steps below to properly put on and wear your mask. Before You Begin Use […]
