precautions of masks
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Make certain recipients maintain physical distancing when waiting in line.
Individuals distributing/repackaging masks should not have a fever or signs of a fever (may include sweating, chills and shivering, headache, muscle aches, loss of appetite, irritability, dehydration and general weakness), shortness of breath or a cough or recent close contact with anyone diagnosed with COVID-19.
Exercise good hand hygiene. Wash hands before starting.
Wear a mask and gloves.
Work over a non-porous work surface. Disinfect work area.
Place the mask into a clean paper bag which will be used for storage. Do not fold or crush the mask. Close paper bag with a paperclip. Employee should label bag with their name
Direct the recipient to Penn's Universal Mask Precautions.
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- Two-ply 100% cotton cloth face covering and or earloop/ string tied or surgical- style masks will be utilized as universal masks. The style of mask will depend on your organization. Surgical-Style masks are constructed in a similar manner as surgical masks but are not manufactured for clinical use or carry FDA approval. These masks are non-sterile.
-Surgical masks and N-95 respirators are acceptable but not required. In general medical/surgical face masks and respirators are in very limited supply and ideally be reserved for healthcare staff.
- Masks and face coverings are intended to limit the risk of the wearer exposing a coworker to undetected illnesses or infections, including COVID-19. Masks do not necessarily provide the wearer with extra protection.
- Universal masks should be worn at all times by essential Penn personnel and should cover your nose and mouth.
- Universal masks should be removed only for eating or if working in a private office or cubicle whose sides extend above the head of the occupant . See Removal/Storage below.
- Physical distancing must be maintained even while wearing the mask.
- All respirators with exhalation valves, including N95 respirators, do not meet the requirements of Penn’s Universal Mask Policy, because the exhalation valve allows unfiltered exhaled air to be released.