Course Overview

The Personal Protective Equipment Training course provides a practical, healthcare-focused overview of PPE: what it is, who is responsible for it, and how to use it safely.

Learners begin with roles and responsibilities—distinguishing between employer and employee obligations for providing, using, and maintaining PPE. The course then introduces the types of PPE used in healthcare settings and explains how to select appropriate PPE based on the hazards present and the tasks being performed.

Finally, the training walks through proper techniques for donning, doffing, using, maintaining, and disposing of contaminated PPE, helping reduce the risk of self-contamination and cross-contamination.

Build a Safer, More Compliant Workplace

What You’ll Learn

Upon completing this course, your employees will be able to:

✓ Distinguish between employer and employee responsibilities for PPE provision, training, and use

✓ Identify appropriate types of PPE for different healthcare hazards and procedures

✓ Recognize factors in selecting PPE including hazard type, fit, compatibility, and limitations

✓ Properly don PPE in the correct sequence to ensure full protection

✓ Safely doff contaminated PPE without self-contamination

✓ Maintain and inspect PPE to ensure continued effectiveness

✓ Dispose of contaminated PPE following infection control and waste management protocols

Course Content

Lesson 1: Introduction and Objectives

Importance of PPE in healthcare settings, scope of hazards requiring PPE, consequences of improper PPE use, course objectives, and overview of PPE selection and use

Lesson 2: Responsibility and Control

Employer responsibilities, employee responsibilities, OSHA standards for PPE, and documentation requirements

Lesson 3: Types of PPE

Gloves, gowns and aprons, masks, respirators, eye protection, face shields, and protective footwear and head covering

Lesson 4: Selection of PPE

Hazard assessment process, matching PPE to specific hazards, standard precautions vs. transmission-based precautions, fit considerations, PPE limitations, and compatibility with other PPE

Lesson 5: How to Safely Don, Doff and Use PPE

Donning sequence, proper adjustment and fit checks, avoiding contamination during use, doffing sequence, disposal of single-use PPE, cleaning and disinfection of reusable PPE, and inspection before reuse

Who This Course Is For

👨‍⚕️ Clinical Healthcare Workers

Nurses, physicians, medical assistants providing direct patient care

🔬 Laboratory Personnel

Lab technicians and phlebotomists handling specimens and cultures

🧹 Environmental Services

Housekeeping staff cleaning patient care areas and handling waste

💊 Pharmacy Staff

Pharmacists and technicians handling hazardous drugs

🏥 Emergency Department Staff

ED personnel responding to unknown exposures and infectious diseases

👥 All Healthcare Employees

Anyone who may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens or infectious materials

Certificate & Compliance

Upon successful completion, learners receive an official certificate of completion documenting their PPE training for OSHA compliance records and facility safety programs.

The course includes assessments that verify understanding of PPE types, selection criteria, proper donning and doffing sequences, and disposal procedures. Certificates are generated immediately and can be downloaded or printed for employee files and compliance documentation.

Supports Compliance With:

  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910.132: General requirements for PPE
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910.138: Hand protection
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart I: PPE standards
  • OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030)
  • CDC infection control recommendations
  • Standard Precautions and Transmission-Based Precautions
  • Joint Commission infection prevention standards

Choose How Your Team Learns

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  • Fast & Easy Setup

  • Automatic progress tracking and reporting

  • Built-in certificate generation

  • No technical expertise required

  • Automated Course Recertification

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  • Integrate with your existing platform

  • Maintain centralized training records

  • Compatible with all major LMS platforms

  • Full technical specifications provided

  • Dedicated support included

Why Choose Evolve?

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Expert-Developed Content

Courses feature realistic scenarios, engaging multimedia, and knowledge checks to reinforce learning. Content developed by compliance experts ensures accuracy and relevance.

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Accessible Anywhere

Complete training anytime, anywhere on PCs, tablets, or smartphones. Your team can learn at their own pace without disrupting daily operations or scheduling conflicts.

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Engaging & Effective

Scenario-based learning & interactive elements promote retention better than lecture-style courses

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Trackable and Reportable

Monitor completion rates, track progress, and generate compliance reports. Maintain detailed records for audits and regulatory requirements.

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Transparent Pricing

Simple per-seat pricing with no hidden fees, surprise charges, or mandatory bundles. Volume discounts make compliance training affordable for organizations of any size.

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Easy Implementation

Begin training your team immediately – no lengthy implementation or waiting periods

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Scalable Solutions

Whether training 5 employees or 500, our platform scales to meet your organization’s needs. Custom course bundles available to address your specific training requirements and budget.

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Consistent Quality Training

Every learner receives the same high-quality, up-to-date content. Standardized training ensures your entire organization maintains consistent compliance knowledge.

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Ongoing Support

Dedicated customer support available to assist with questions, technical issues, or training customization needs.

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PROTECT YOUR HEALTHCARE WORKERS

Give Your Team the Knowledge to Use PPE Correctly Every Time

PPE only works when used properly—and improper use is the leading cause of preventable healthcare worker exposures. Ensure OSHA compliance and protect your staff with comprehensive PPE training covering selection criteria, proper donning and doffing sequences, and safe disposal procedures for contaminated equipment.

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