Infection Prevention & Control

Our Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) training provides essential knowledge and practical skills to healthcare professionals to minimize the spread of infections in healthcare settings. This course covers key topics such as proper hand hygiene, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), cleaning and decontamination practices, and safe disposal of waste. Participants will gain an understanding of infection risk factors, the importance of standard precautions, and strategies to prevent healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). By completing this training, healthcare workers will be better equipped to protect patients, colleagues, and themselves from potential infectious threats, ensuring a safe and compliant healthcare environment.

2 Hours

Mobile friendly

About The Course

This training provides comprehensive knowledge on infection prevention and control within healthcare settings. It explores the chain of infection, key transmission routes, effective hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), cleaning protocols, and waste management. Emphasis is placed on breaking the chain of infection and promoting a safe environment for both healthcare workers and patients. The training aligns with best practices and regulatory standards, ensuring staff understand their responsibilities in minimizing infection risks and maintaining high hygiene standards across care services.

Learning Objectives

Understand the chain of infection and identify ways to break it.

Recognize the importance of proper hand hygiene and perform effective handwashing techniques.

Appropriately select and use personal protective equipment (PPE).

Implement safe cleaning, disinfection, and waste disposal procedures in healthcare settings.

Apply standard infection control precautions to reduce the risk of transmission.

Understand the legal and professional responsibilities related to infection prevention and control.

Course Modules

Module 1:

Introduction to Infection Control

Module 2:

The Chain of Infection

Module 3:

Common Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs)

Module 4:

Standard Infection Control Precautions (SICPs)

Module 5:

Hand Hygiene Best Practices

Module 6:

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Module 7:

Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection

Module 8:

Waste Management and Safe Disposal

Module 9:

Reporting and Managing Infection Incidents

Module 10:

Legal and Ethical Responsibilities in Infection Control

Module 11:

Resources and Further Learning

Keywords

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