Infection Control Cleaning

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Updated 29 Jun 2023 Certificate

Environmental sources and reservoirs of potentially pathogenic microorganisms exist in all settings, including healthcare facilities. This Ausmed Training Module looks at the underlying principles of cleaning in healthcare and teaches how to reduce the risk of infection transmission among patients, healthcare workers and visitors.

(It is advised that learners also complete the Ausmed Mandatory Training Modules on Hand Hygiene and Infection Control Basic Principles.)

Content

7 Video Units • 14 Questions
Pre-reflection
1 Question
Introduction
1 Question
7m
Cleaning: What You Need to Know!
2 Questions
4m
Principles and Sequence of Cleaning
4 Questions
6m
Who is Responsible for Cleaning?
1 Question
3m
Cleaning Agents and Equipment
2 Questions
6m
Decontamination After Blood Spills or Other Potentially Infectious Materials
2 Questions
1m
Conclusion
4m
Post-reflection
1 Question

What you'll learn:

1

Recognise that environmental surfaces contribute to the transmission of infectious diseases.

2

Differentiate between high-touch/frequently touched and other environmental surfaces, and plan appropriately for their cleaning.

3

Select, safely use (in appropriate sequence), and dispose, replace or store all cleaning items.

4

Safely and appropriately decontaminate surfaces soiled with blood or other potentially infectious materials.

Who it's for:

Any clinician, allied, or healthcare worker working in the delivery of care or services in any healthcare setting.

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Last updated29 Jun 2023

Published20 Jun 2019

Due for review19 Dec 2024
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