What is considered proper attire for the semi-restricted area of the surgery department?

Proper attire for the semi-restricted area of the surgery department is surgical attire and a head cover. This area serves as a transition between the unrestricted areas, where street clothes are permitted, and the restricted areas, which require additional protective measures.

In the semi-restricted area, wearing surgical attire helps to maintain a sterile environment and minimizes the risk of infection. The head cover is necessary to contain hair and reduce the likelihood of hair or scalp debris contaminating the sterile environment.

While masks are required in the restricted areas to further prevent airborne contamination, they are not mandated in the semi-restricted areas where surgical attire and head covers are sufficient to maintain appropriate safety standards. This distinction highlights the importance of reducing the risk of contamination at different levels of the surgical department.