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Scenario – Ophthalmologist During COVID-19 Pandemic
Possible Likelihood of Exposure and High Duration = Control Band C
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- Interacts with many people each workday
- Many may be infectious (even without fever or symptoms)
- Works 10 hrs per day
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*May require input from a health and safety professional.
Control Band C
Requires Multiple Source and Path and Likely Receptor Controls
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Source Controls
- Screen and exclude all patients who are symptomatic
Effect of Source Controls
- Interactions with people who are mostly healthy (lowers likelihood of exposure)
Path Controls
- Might not be possible
Receptor Controls
- Ophthalmologist would need to wear a respirator to protect from exposure.
Use Receptor Controls (e.g., PPE) only if all other controls have been implemented and are not effective