Re: HEPA filters for suction units

[eniegelb@notes.cc.sunysb.edu]

We faced the same challenge as well as the challenge of using filtered
masks.  We have purchased both the filters for the suction as well as the
high concentration non rebreathers that allow a Pall HEPA filter to be
place on them.  I also agree with the illogic need for this if we are
already using N95 masks.


Eric Niegelberg
EMS Director
ED Administrator
631-444-2496



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  |       cc:       "Pete Limbacher" <plimbach@u.washington.edu>                                                                 |
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I have been resisting opening this can of worms...but here goes...
The CDC guidelines for SARS air medical transport refer to HEPA filters for
suction units.  Despite my efforts and those of our most excellent
equipment dude, Pete Limbacher, we have not found that such a thing exists.
I am hoping that one of the list's AMPA members, who helped write the
guidelines, can enlighten us.  (Editorial comment:  why would that be
particularly important, given that we will have to wear N-95's anyway.
And, if it is so important, why isn't part of guidelines for TB patient
procedures?)

Thanks, Nan


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