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 guide on catheter hygiene and maintenance. Size: A4 colour poster Target: For use in Health and Social Care settings, e.g. Care Home. Domiciliary Care Purchase: Downloadable free of charge Updated: 31/01/2024
This Policy is one of the ‘Standard infection control precautions’ (SICPs) referred to by NHS England. Respiratory and cough hygiene can help reduce the risk of spreading respiratory (related to breathing) infections, protecting those in contact with the infected person,...
A poster showing good respiratory and cough hygiene practice. Size: A4 colour poster Target: General Practice, Care Homes and Domiciliary Care Purchase: Downloadable free of charge or can be purchased in printed or digital format. Please note copies of the poster...
Respiratory illnesses are one of the most common winter ailments and a major cause of hospital admissions, ill health and death in the elderly. They range from a mild, common cold or similar, to severe bronchitis or bronchiolitis where infection...
This Policy is one of the ‘Standard infection control precautions’ (SICPs) referred to as 'Safe disposal of waste (including sharps)' by NHS England. All staff are responsible for the safe management and disposal of waste. Waste is potentially hazardous and...
This Policy is one of the ‘Standard infection control precautions’ (SICPs) referred to by NHS England. Blood and body fluids, such as urine and faeces (stools), may contain a large number of micro-organisms, such as bacteria and viruses. Contamination of...
This Policy is one of the ‘Standard infection control precautions’ (SICPs) referred to by NHS England. Care equipment may look clean, but microorganisms, such as bacteria and viruses, may be present, some are harmful, some not. All staff should know...
This Policy is one of the ‘Standard infection control precautions’ (SICPs) referred to by NHS England. Used laundry, e.g. linen (sheets, bedding, towels), service users clothing and staff uniforms or workwear, can become soiled with blood, faeces, other body fluids...
This Policy is one of the ‘Standard infection control precautions’ (SICPs) referred to as 'Occupational safety/managing prevention of exposure (including sharps injuries)' by NHS England. Sharps are items that could cause cuts or puncture wounds and include needles and sharp...
This Policy is one of the ‘Standard infection control precautions’ (SICPs) referred to by NHS England. The cleanliness of the environment is important to support infection prevention and control, help reduce the incidence of healthcare associated infections and ensure service...