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From Top To Bottom: The Front Line of Infection Control
This program offers an introduction to the Environmental Services role as the front line against the spread of infectious diseases, and provides an overview of the equipment, cleaning and disinfecting solutions, as well as procedures for housekeeping staff.
This program produced in association with:
Clinical Advisor(s):
Brett Higgins, CHESP
Lisa Caffrey, RN, CIC
Patti Costello
Program Details
- 12 minute visual presentation available in DVD or VHS
- Bonus Resource CD containing 10-Question Post Test and Glossary of Terms
- All materials presented in both English & Spanish
- Available upon request 1 Free Site License per viewing address*
Program Description
Learning Objective: To address the “front line” of infection control as it applies to environmental services and housekeeping personnel, including the use of cleaning supplies and disinfectants, personal protective equipment, procedures to protect staff and patients, and protocols for eliminating the spread of infectious diseases in patient rooms and procedure areas.
This program offers an introduction to the Environmental Services role as the front line against the spread of infectious diseases, and provides an overview of the equipment, cleaning and disinfecting solutions, as well as procedures for housekeeping staff.
Highlights from this program include:
- Common microorganisms: where they may be present and how they can cause infection and illness
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) necessary to protect workers and patients
- Hand Hygiene: the #1 way to prevent the spread of infectious microorganisms
- Cleaning & Disinfecting: which chemicals and procedures to use for specific areas
- Mixing, Storage and Disposal of cleaning chemicals
- Worker Safety: sharps, waste, and other hazards
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Use this program for:
- New Employee Orientation
- Environmental Services / Housekeeping Education
- Infection Control Training
- Remedial/Risk Reduction Training
This program funded in-part through an unrestricted educational grant provided by
Infection Control for General Orientation: What You Need to Know
Back to Basics: Selecting and Using Personal Protective Equipment
Back to Basics: Applying Standard Precautions
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