Table 3

PPE training

What training have you received in regard to PPE since the COVID-19 outbreak was declared? (select all that apply)
No trainingFormal instructional videoWritten instructionSimulation trainingDepartmental guidanceOtherMissing
Donning and doffing (gloves, gown, facemask and eye protection)8.2%
(n=433)
45.8%
(n=2421)
42.9%
(n=2267)
45.8%
(n=2420)
57.8%
(3145)
2.1%
(n=109)
2.8%
(n=155)
Formal fit testing for mask17.1%
(n=903)
14.1%
(n=742)
11.3%
(n=596)
38.7%
(n=2038)
45.9%
(n=2499)
9.9%
(n=523)
3.2%
(n=172)
PPE training for exposure to aerosol-generating procedure (eg, intubation)22.1%
(n=1163)
27.5%
(n=1443)
35.0%
(n=1838)
38.4%
(n=2019)
46.3%
(n=2519)
1.8%
(n=97)
3.4%
(n=185)
  • %=percentage of total. Participants could select multiple options

  • PPE, personal and protective equipment.