TRAINERWALL: An Innovative, Cost-Effective Removable Anteroom for Pathogen Containment in Healthcare Settings

Giorgio Ramorino, Anna Gobetti (), Elena Roca and Giovanna Cornacchia
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Giorgio Ramorino: Department of Industrial and Mechanical Engineering, University of Brescia, Via Branze 38, 25123 Brescia, Italy
Anna Gobetti: Department of Industrial and Mechanical Engineering, University of Brescia, Via Branze 38, 25123 Brescia, Italy
Elena Roca: Head and Neck Department, Neurosurgery, Istituto Ospedaliero Fondazione Poliambulanza, Via Bissolati 57, 25124 Brescia, Italy
Giovanna Cornacchia: Department of Industrial and Mechanical Engineering, University of Brescia, Via Branze 38, 25123 Brescia, Italy

IJERPH, 2025, vol. 22, issue 4, 1-20

Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic exposed critical gaps in healthcare infrastructure, particularly the lack of effective isolation anterooms for managing infectious diseases. This study presents TrainerWall, a cost-effective, portable anteroom designed for rapid deployment in both high-resource and resource-limited settings. TrainerWall features a modular, self-supporting structure with antimicrobial materials, integrated sanitization, and adaptable dimensions, ensuring seamless integration into healthcare environments without disrupting operations. Its dual function as an infection control measure and a training platform makes it particularly valuable for non-specialized healthcare workers. Pre-clinical evaluations conducted in simulated hospital environments have demonstrated their ease of deployment, procedural efficiency, and positive impact on infection control practices, particularly in non-specialized departments. Designed for quick assembly, disassembly, and transport, TrainerWall enhances healthcare readiness during outbreaks, offering a scalable solution where permanent infrastructure is lacking. Future integration of augmented reality and interactive guidance could further improve training and compliance. This innovation provides an accessible, adaptable approach to infection control, particularly in underserved regions and emergency response scenarios.

Keywords: infection control; portable anteroom; pathogen containment; healthcare infrastructure; Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); donning and doffing; antimicrobial materials; sanitization mechanisms; resource-constrained settings (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: I I1 I3 Q Q5 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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