Infection prevention and control e-learning
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The QIiPT Team have developed a suite of Infection Prevention and Control modules aimed at providing all members of the dental team with up-to-date advice and information relating to current national guidelines.
Module 1 will focus on:
- Sourcing the latest guidance on Infection Prevention and Control (IPC)
- Identifying why IPC is important in a dental practice setting.
- The effective application of Standard Infection Control Precautions (SICPs) and Transmission Based Precautions (TBPs) including Assessment of Infection Risk, Hand Hygiene and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Module 2 will focus on:
- The effective application of Standard Infection Control Precautions (SICPs) including Safe Management of Care Equipment, Safe Disposal of Waste (including sharps) and Occupational Safety: Prevention and Exposure Management (including sharps)
- The correct usage and loading of decontamination equipment including periodic testing and roles and responsibilities in relation to managing an LDU.
Module 3 will focus on:
- The effective application of Standard Infection Control Precautions (SICPs), including Safe Management of Care Equipment - reusable non-invasive equipment, Care of the Environment, Management of Blood and Body Fluid Spillages and Respiratory and Cough hygiene.
- Legionella risk assessment requirements, including care of dental unit waterlines and the correct application of fallow time when required.
All 3 modules are free of charge and each module offers one hour of verifiable CPD on completion.
The modules can be accessed here - Further Training | Turas | Learn