This document provides a list of personal protective equipment (PPE) needed for cleaning after transmission of an item by air up to 25 feet. The recommended PPE includes disposable gowns, facemasks with eye protection, gloves, paper towels, plastic garbage bags, absorbent materials, scoops or shovels, and shoe covers to contain any contamination when cleaning after airborne transmission. An effective disinfectant and cleaning supplies such as buckets and spray bottles are also listed as necessary equipment.

28. Transmission by Air: 25 feet

42. Items PPE Cleaning
Bucket and spray bottle
Disposable gown
Effective disinfectant*
Facemask with eye protection or goggles
Gloves
Paper towels
Plastic garbage bag
Sand or liquid spill absorbent material
Flat-edged scoop, small shovel or dustpan
Shoe covers
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