Coronavirus Update #58
PPE Resources
In our continuing efforts to assist providers with sourcing PPE supply, HFAM has identified several companies that are producing supplies and taking orders. These companies can be used to compliment orders from your existing vendors. Please contact the individuals directly regarding your needs to determine which company is a good fit for you.
MEDLINE

Please see this   supply chain update letter from Medline .    If you have a COVID-19 case, Medline will send you a special augmented shipment of PPE, as long as supplies last. Please contact your sales representative.

For additional information, questions, or product assistance, contact your Medline sales representative or call 1-800-Medline.
FACE SHIELDS

Sparx Protective Face Shield

Sparx Hockey, inventor of the revolutionary Sparx Skate Sharpener, has announced it will begin manufacturing protective face shields to assist the medical community in combating the COVID-19 pandemic.   The company expects to produce approximately 10,000-15,000 face shields a week and is currently taking orders via its website at  www.sparxhockey.com/safetygear .  The Sparx Protective Face Shield is intended for single use only and should only be used with medically approved masks.  Cost $59.00 for a pack of 10.
FACE MASKS
 
Eurotard Dancewear  has begun production of face masks. The factory closed its regular production due to the coronavirus and began production of PPE immediately. 
For more information on the reusable face mask, please click here . Note that the pricing shown on the website is consumer retail pricing. Bulk orders for PPEs will be invoiced at wholesale pricing for your facility. 

Contact Jan Swan at 513-235-7019 or   [email protected]
Note:  Learn more about proper use of PPE and steps you can take to acquire equipment on the AHCA COVID-19 website under the new Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) section.
FACE MASKS AND HAND SANITIZERS

Offering bulk pricing on Planet Earth Face Masks, that are ATSM Level 2 FDA Certified.

Offering bulk pricing on Greenerways Handsanitizer a 70% Alcohol based hand sanitizer to meet the demands of First Responders, Hospitals and Healthcare centers.  

Contact Scott Edwards, Innovative Marketing Services, phone 410-340-1113 or via email at [email protected]
DISPOSABLE FACE SHIELDS

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has designed and licensed a manufacturer to produce disposable face shields in high volume. These face shields do not replace the need for face masks such as N95s but do offer splash protection and can extend the useful life of N95 respirators and surgical masks. 

Long term care facilities facing shortages of face masks and other PPE should continue efforts to obtain N95s and other PPE, even if they order the MIT face shields. The face shields cost $348.75 for a box of 125 ($2.79 each). Learn more and access their order form at mitshield.com .
ALL PPE

IronMark. In an effort to support the thousands of healthcare, medical staff and essential business workers in protecting themselves in this critical time, IronMark has leveraged their existing manufacturer relationships to source and make available PPE supplies and gear. Ironmark is committed to making these much needed supplies available to you, to protect the teams of heroes on, and supporting, the front line.

Please contact Larry Davis  for additional information on Gowns , Masks , Shields , and Goggl e s  


Hatch Exhibits in Elkridge, MD is working with supply chain personnel at several local medical facilities in the Baltimore/Washington area as well as facilities in Michigan. Hatch is currently filling orders on a first-come, first-served basis for overnight or next day delivery. Please contact Tracy McCormick at [email protected] for additional information or to place an order.

Note:  Learn more about proper use of PPE and steps you can take to acquire equipment on the AHCA COVID-19 website under the new Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) section.
CLEANING AND DISINFECTING COMPANIES – ALL LOCAL COMPANIES

Gordon
410-739-4432


Josh Rafter
Cell: 410-458-6180


Jim Reynolds
410-589-5999
(or)
Kevin Holmboe
410-271-0268
Proper Use of PPE Reminder

AHCA/NCAL has heard from CMS that a common theme they are finding during COVID-19 infection control focused surveys are PPE not being used correctly, including donning and doffing procedures. Surveyors are having staff demonstrate handwashing and donning and doffing of PPE. 

We encourage you to review with your teams the appropriate way to apply and remove all PPE, including gloves, gowns, masks, and eye protection. Performing observations yourself can be helpful to prepare staff for surveyor observation and to quickly correct any practices needing improvement.

  • These documents can be printed and posted in your center to ensure your staff are aware of how to appropriately don PPE. 

  • These documents can be printed off and posted in your center to ensure your staff are aware of how to appropriately doff PPE.  

  • The following video explains how to do hand hygiene and donning/doffing PPE appropriately.  
COVID-19 Resource Request Process Reminder

As we have previously shared, The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) is working closely with the Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) to organize emergency suppliers of equipment and services that will aid in the response to the COVID-19 crisis.

If your organization needs personal protective equipment (PPE), please fill out the  Emergency Medical Material request form  and send it to your local Emergency Operations Center. Please see the  NEW AND UPDATED contact list.


Thank you to all of you and your staff for providing these essential services. Please direct questions to your local emergency management contact.
Note: HFAM cannot guarantee the availability of any supplies or equipment.
These resources are provided as an addition to your current PPE suppliers.
HFAM will not profit financially from sales made from these vendors.
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Thank you.

We cannot thank you enough for the dedication and diligence in doing all that you can for the residents in your communities. HFAM continues to monitor the COVID-19 pandemic with our state and national partners and will do all we can to support you during this time.