AAMI Level 3 Compliance That Staff Will Actually Follow
As an Infection Control Specialist, your greatest challenge isn’t just finding compliant PPE, but implementing PPE that staff can—and will—use correctly. A policy is only as good as its execution. The Medtecs IL-0023BTU is an AAMI Level 3 gown designed to close the gap between policy and practice, specifically targeting the most common failure point: the gown-to-glove interface.
You need a solution that is both compliant and practical. This gown provides the AAMI Level 3 waterproof barrier you require, with a key design feature that makes compliance intuitive.
The #1 Risk: Solving Sleeve Ride-Up with Thumb Loops
In clinical audits, sleeve ride-up is a critical and frequent breach. Staff, especially in a rush, fail to secure the cuff-to-glove seal. This gown’s integrated thumb loops are not just a feature; they are an active compliance tool.
- Enforces Correct Technique: The thumb loops naturally guide the user to pull the sleeve down, securing it before donning gloves.
- Eliminates Gaps: Prevents the exposed-wrist scenario, a high-risk vector for contamination, especially during moderate-risk procedures like arterial blood draws.
- Reduces Training Burden: This intuitive design simplifies training and increases the likelihood of correct donning by staff under pressure.
Understanding 100% PE as an AAMI Level 3 Barrier
For moderate-risk scenarios (AAMI Level 3), you need a barrier that can withstand splashes and spray, not just light fluid contact. Unlike porous SMMS, this gown’s 100% Polyethylene (PE) material is fully waterproof. It provides a reliable, non-porous barrier against fluids, meeting the AAMI PB70 Level 3 standard for fluid protection.
A Tool for Standardizing PPE Protocols
Consistency is key to infection control. The IL-0023BTU helps you standardize protocols across multiple departments, from the ER to the ICU, for all moderate-risk situations.
Technical Specifications for Your Compliance Audit
This gown is built to meet your technical requirements:
- Standard: AAMI Level 3
- Material: 100% PE (Polyethylene)
- Feature: Integrated Thumb Loops
- Design: Overhead Donning, Open Back
Overhead Design: Aiding in Standardized Donning/Doffing
The overhead “apron” style simplifies the donning process, reducing variation and potential for error. More importantly, the tear-away doffing (peel-and-roll) is a standard technique you can teach to minimize self-contamination.
Compliance Feature Comparison
| Compliance Feature | Medtecs IL-0023BTU (L3 w/ Thumb Loops) | Standard L3 Gown (Knit/Elastic Cuffs) |
|---|---|---|
| Gown-Glove Seal | Mechanically Secured (Thumb Loop) | User-Dependent (Friction fit, high risk of ride-up) |
| Risk of Wrist Exposure | Minimal | High |
| Donning Speed & Simplicity | High (Overhead design) | Moderate (Tie-neck design) |
| Training Focus | Simple, intuitive design | Requires extensive training on proper gloving technique |
