Infection prevention and control systems

This resource provides a detailed overview of infection prevention and control systems in healthcare settings. It highlights the use of standard and transmission-based precautions, hand hygiene, aseptic techniques, and workforce immunisation. The document outlines strategies to reduce infection risks and maintain clean, safe environments, ensuring comprehensive infection control management.

Author

Australian Commission On Safety And Quality In Health Care

External Link

https://www.safetyandquality.gov.au/standards/nsqhs-standards/preventing-and-controlling-infections-standard/infection-prevention-and-control-systems

Standard

4: The Environment

5: Clinical Care

Outcomes

4.2: Infection prevention and control

5.2: Preventing and controlling infections in delivering clinical care services