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# Create models for PPE items

# Create models for PPE items {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Xanadu
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* Updated August 1, 2024
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read

Create models to record the types of PPE in your inventory.

## Before you begin

Ready-to-use models are installed with Workplace PPE Inventory Management.
Create models for any of your PPE items that don't have an existing model. View all
models by navigating to PPE Inventory ManagementModelsAll.

Role required: sn_imt_ppe.ppe_admin

## About this task

A model represents a specific type of PPE item. For example, use one model to track
all of your N95 masks, and another model to track all of your nitrile gloves.

## Procedure

1. Navigate to PPE Inventory ManagementModelsAdd Model.  
   Note:  
   To create a model in the Now Mobile app, navigate to HealthManage PPE InventoryAdd Model.
2. On the form, fill in the fields.  
   {#create-ppe-model__table_txv_scg_rlb__entry__2}

   | Field | Description |
   |-|-|
   | Type | Select Consumable for disposable PPE like masks or gloves. Select Hardware for PPE that is not disposable and could be reassigned, like a ventilator. |
   | Name | Name for the model. |
   | Short description | Short description for the model. |
   | Manufacturer | Manufacturer of the item. |
   | Model number | The specific model number assigned to the item by the manufacturer. |
   | Owner | The person responsible for the model. |
   [Table 1. Add PPE Model form]

   {#create-ppe-model__table_txv_scg_rlb}
3. Click Submit.
**Previous topic:** [Set up Workplace PPE Inventory Management](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/OVsYYy1U5NCP8sB3CAnuLg "Complete setup tasks to start using Workplace PPE Inventory Management. Create models for PPE items, add PPE items to your service catalog, add PPE stock, and create stock rules.")  
**Next topic:** [Add PPE models to Service Catalog](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/o1c6QLlgsTV61gMWPB9VzQ "Add PPE models through Service Catalog so employees can request the items they need.")

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