This Infection Prevention and Control (including Cleanliness) course is aimed at all staff who have direct or indirect responsibility for the care and support of clients within the Care Sector.
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Description
Course Content
The Infection Prevention and Control (including Cleanliness) Awareness course equips delegates with the knowledge and skills to effectively adhere to the requirements of infection prevention and control policies and procedures. it looks at the causes of infection, the different types of germs and infection associated with Health Care (HCAI). In particular, it covers the importance of the management of infection prevention, and control, including cleanliness and how these relate to the legal obligations as well as looking at strategies to reduce and prevent the spread of infection.
The session also includes Covid -19 requirements.
The following topics will be covered:
- Definition of infection prevention and control
- How individuals become infected
- Different types of germs and infection
- Health Care Associated Infections (HCAI)
- The importance of infection control and the management of HCAI
- Effective hand washing techniques
- Effective use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- How Infection can be Prevented based on current guidance
- The importance of following company policies and procedures
- The role of reflective practice and continuous professional practice.
Booking Details
Duration: 3 Hours
Delegates: Up to 12
Assessment: Ongoing observation and end of session Activity. Each delegate will receive a Certificate of Attendance.
Cost: Competitively priced and details are available upon request.
Requirements: In order to gain the most out of the sessions, we request that the delegates remain on the course throughout and, where possible, a quiet area be allocated to save distraction.
