Unit 9 The principles of infection prevention and control
Unit 9
The principles of infection prevention and control.
1.1
As an employee it is our responsibility to take all precautionary measures to prevent and control the spread of infection in the workplace; this means working safely to protect myself, other members of staff, the patients and all other individuals from infection.
As a health worker we should;
Maintain high standards of personal health and hygiene, where possible we should avoid coming in to contact with pathogens, such as bacteria and viruses that cause illness.
Regular washing of uniforms and refraining coming into work when you are ill, as you may be putting others at risk. Not wearing anything below the elbow as jewellery can carry bacteria, and hinder the correct hand washing procedure.
Be aware of and follow the infection control policies and procedures that are used in your work area. Implement best practice in infection prevention and control by maintaining a clean, tidy and hygienic environment. Ensure all equipment used is cleaned properly. In our case all examination couches are cleaned down after each clinic and fresh paper is used for each patient.
It is our responsibility to use the Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) the employer provides correctly, and to attend all mandatory training relating to infection prevention and control, also to keep up to date with any changes in our work environment. It is our duty to promptly report any risks and hazards to our line manager/employer that could result in the spread of infection.
1.2
Employers responsibility in the relation to the prevention and control of infection is to make the workplace a safe environment, not only safe for staff but for all individuals and visitors.
They have to produce and communicate a health and safety policy, by following current legislation, including an infection prevention and control policy, also to ensure that all safety procedures are followed.
Employers must carry out risk
The principles of infection prevention and control.
1.1
As an employee it is our responsibility to take all precautionary measures to prevent and control the spread of infection in the workplace; this means working safely to protect myself, other members of staff, the patients and all other individuals from infection.
As a health worker we should;
Maintain high standards of personal health and hygiene, where possible we should avoid coming in to contact with pathogens, such as bacteria and viruses that cause illness.
Regular washing of uniforms and refraining coming into work when you are ill, as you may be putting others at risk. Not wearing anything below the elbow as jewellery can carry bacteria, and hinder the correct hand washing procedure.
Be aware of and follow the infection control policies and procedures that are used in your work area. Implement best practice in infection prevention and control by maintaining a clean, tidy and hygienic environment. Ensure all equipment used is cleaned properly. In our case all examination couches are cleaned down after each clinic and fresh paper is used for each patient.
It is our responsibility to use the Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) the employer provides correctly, and to attend all mandatory training relating to infection prevention and control, also to keep up to date with any changes in our work environment. It is our duty to promptly report any risks and hazards to our line manager/employer that could result in the spread of infection.
1.2
Employers responsibility in the relation to the prevention and control of infection is to make the workplace a safe environment, not only safe for staff but for all individuals and visitors.
They have to produce and communicate a health and safety policy, by following current legislation, including an infection prevention and control policy, also to ensure that all safety procedures are followed.
Employers must carry out risk