Infection prevention and control means doing everything possible to prevent infection from both developing and spreading to others. The following resources are available to purchase and a selection are free to download and will assist you in preventing healthcare associated infections.
A specimen is a sample of body fluid, e.g. urine, faeces. All specimens are a potential infection risk, therefore, all specimens must be collected using ‘Standard infection control precautions’ (SICPs). Specimens should be transported in a rigid container in accordance...
Good practice is to display signs indicating where spillages kits are stored. Size: A4 colour poster Target: For use in all health and social care settings Purchase: Downloadable free of charge in an editable PDF format Page updated: 29/02/2024
A record sheet to assist with the recording of resident's stool movements, including the 'Bristol stool form scale'. Size: A4 double sided colour record sheet Target: For use in Care Homes and supported living Purchase: Downloadable free of charge Updated: 13/05/2025
Poster showing service users and visitors the correct technique for handwashing to help reduce the spread of infection. Size: A5 colour poster Target: General Practice, Care Homes, Domiciliary Care and Dental Practices Purchase: Available to purchase individually. Please note copies...
Signage should be displayed at entrances advising visitors with infections, such as respiratory symptoms, diarrhoea and/or vomiting, or other infectious conditions, not to come in. In exceptional circumstances, they should inform the Care Home staff immediately on their arrival. Size:...
A poster for display outside an isolation room, advising visitors to speak to the person in charge before entering the room. Size: A4 colour poster Target: Care Homes Purchase: Available to purchase individually. Please note copies of the poster are...
New leaflet Information leaflet for relatives and visitors Contact with friends and relatives is fundamental to the health and wellbeing of care home residents. This leaflet contains information to help you prevent the spread of infection and supports safe visiting...
A poster for service users and visitors to empower them to challenge staff if they have performed hand hygiene. Size: A5 colour poster Target: General Practice, Care Homes, Domiciliary Care and Dental Practices Purchase: Available to purchase individually. Please note...
A urinary catheter is a thin flexible hollow tube that drains urine from the bladder into a drainage bag and is a close system. The catheter is inserted into the bladder either through the urethra (genital area) or through a...
A guide to help you assess what is normal urine and when rehydration is required. Size: A4 colour poster Target: For use in Care Homes Purchase: Downloadable free of charge Page updated: 16/10/2024