This document provides information on personal protective equipment (PPE) used in healthcare settings. It defines PPE and outlines regulations for its use. The document describes different types of PPE including gloves, gowns, masks, respirators and eye protection. It provides guidance on selecting the appropriate PPE based on the task and anticipated exposures. The document reviews do's and don'ts for proper use of gloves and other PPE. It outlines the proper sequence for putting on and removing different types of PPE. Maintaining hand hygiene before and after using PPE is emphasized. The document also distinguishes standard and expanded isolation precautions and appropriate PPE for each.