PPE
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the guidance for PPE in care settings has changed many times with new guidance updated regularly.
For the latest Government guidelines please access the links below.
Links to PPE guidance
COVID-19 guidance on how to work safely in care homes
COVID-19 guidance on how to work safely in Home Care
Recommended PPE for primary, outpatient, community
Care home guidance for putting on and taking off PPE
Public Health England guide to donning and doffing standard PPE-poster
Additional considerations, in addition to standard infection prevention and control precautions
PPE supplies
We understand that sourcing PPE was challenging at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic but should now be more accessible via the PPE portal and this availability has been extended until the end of June 2021. The scheme is currently being reviewed to determine the provision of PPE beyond the end of June.
You will find further details via the DHSC PPE portal page.