{"id":21520,"date":"2020-02-07T12:44:25","date_gmt":"2020-02-07T12:44:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/general-infection-control-checklist\/"},"modified":"2024-02-29T01:19:44","modified_gmt":"2024-02-29T01:19:44","slug":"general-infection-control-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/general-infection-control-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"General Infection Control Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"<section id=\"introduction\">\n<h2>Introduction:<\/h2>\n<div class=\"image-content\">\n<figure>\n   <a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tEP9L5wZYGjCUyz2tiZC9Q.png\" alt=\"Introduction:\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tEP9L5wZYGjCUyz2tiZC9Q.png\"> <\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) are a <strong>major safety concern<\/strong> for both health care providers and patients.<\/p>\n<p class=\"style-blockquote\">The US Center for Disease Control and Prevention identifies that nearly 1.7 million hospitalized patients annually acquire healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) while being treated for other health issues and that more than 98,000 patients (one in 17) die due to these. Several studies suggest that simple infection-control procedures such as cleaning hands with an alcohol-based hand rub can help prevent HCAIs and save lives, reduce morbidity, and minimize health care costs. - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6245375\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NCBI<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, it is up to the health care personnel involved in patient care and those responsible for surveillance to ensure that <strong>adequate measures are being taken to control and ideally prevent infections<\/strong> in the hospital.<\/p>\n<p>The fundamental <strong>components of infection control<\/strong> in all healthcare facilities are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hand hygiene<\/li>\n<li>Sterilization<\/li>\n<li>Cleaning<\/li>\n<li>Disinfection<\/li>\n<li>Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>All of the above are addressed in the checklist<\/strong> and applied to all areas of the facility including patient rooms, break rooms, and general areas throughout the building.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If infectious waste is inadequately managed, harmful microorganisms can be transmitted by <strong>direct contact, in the air, or by a variety of vectors<\/strong>, putting the health of hospital personnel, and patients, at risk.<\/p>\n<p>By running this checklist, you <strong>ensure that everything is being done to control and minimize the spread of infectious waste<\/strong> throughout your healthcare facility.<\/p>\n<p>Let's get started.<\/p>\n<p>In case you're wondering what <a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Process Street<\/a> is all about...<\/p>\n<p>Process Street is <strong>superpowered checklists<\/strong>. By using our software to document your processes, you are instantly creating an actionable workflow in which tasks can be assigned to team members, automated, and monitored in real-time to ensure they are being executed as intended, each and every time.<\/p>\n<p>The point is to <strong>minimize human error, increase accountability<\/strong>, and <strong>provide employees with all of the tools and information necessary<\/strong> to complete their tasks as effectively as possible.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"enter-basic-details\">\n<h2>Enter basic details<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Hospital name <\/label><br \/>\n<input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Name of inspector(s) <\/label><br \/>\n<input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"date-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Date of inspection <\/label><\/p>\n<div class=\"date-container\">\n    <button type=\"button\" disabled=\"\" class=\"btn btn-default\"> <i class=\"fa fa-calendar btn-icon\"><\/i> Date will be set here <\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"hand-hygiene\">\n<h2>Hand hygiene:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-all-sinks-are-well-stocked\">\n<h2>Ensure all sinks are well stocked<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Start by inspecting all of the sinks in the unit to ensure they are <strong>well stocked with soap and paper towels.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-alcohol-hand-rubs-are-well-stocked\">\n<h2>Ensure alcohol hand rubs are well stocked<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Check all alcohol rub dispensers and make sure they are well stocked.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If any are <strong>empty or near-empty, re-fill<\/strong> them immediately.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"image-content\">\n<figure>\n   <a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/vgiIlN5P40lru4AUiaNDWQ.jpeg\" alt=\"Ensure alcohol hand rubs are well stocked\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/vgiIlN5P40lru4AUiaNDWQ.jpeg\"> <\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"confirm-hand-hygiene-posters-are-present\">\n<h2>Confirm hand hygiene posters are present<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Inspect rooms in the unit to ensure that hand hygiene posters are present and placed in the appropriate places.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>If any posters are damaged or missing, note it down<\/strong> in the section below.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Damaged\/missing hand hygiene posters <\/label><br \/>\n<textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"image-content\">\n<figure>\n   <a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/skF9_0ZU3v4MB6Uaam5Kxw.jpeg\" alt=\"Confirm hand hygiene posters are present\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/skF9_0ZU3v4MB6Uaam5Kxw.jpeg\"> <\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"utility-and-storage\">\n<h2>Utility and storage:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"inspect-the-linen-carts\">\n<h2>Inspect the linen cart(s)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Inspec the linen cart(s) and <strong>verify that they are clean<\/strong> by completing the sub checklist below.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n<ul class=\"items\">\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       1<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      The cart is covered when not in use<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       2<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      The cart has a solid surface on the bottom shelf<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       3<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      The cart is well stocked with cleaning equipment<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       4<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Equipment is well organized<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       5<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      The cart is stored in the appropriate room\/location<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"inspect-sink-storage-areas\">\n<h2>Inspect sink storage areas<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Make sure that sink storage areas are <strong>empty and clean.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"check-trash-cans-are-not-overflowing\">\n<h2>Check trash cans are not overflowing<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>It is very important that trash cans in the unit do not overflow. This is an <strong>easy way for infectious bacteria to spread.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It is also <strong>easy to avoid<\/strong>, and so should be monitored carefully to make sure patients and hospital workers are not adding trash to a can that is in need of being emptied.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"check-ceiling-tiles-are-not-stained-wet-or-damaged\">\n<h2>Check ceiling tiles are not stained, wet or damaged<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Inspect the ceiling tiles in the unit to make sure none are stained, wet or damaged in any way.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>If you spot any tiles that are, note down the location in the section below<\/strong> so you can report it to the relevant personnel at the end of the inspection.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Stained\/wet\/damaged ceiling tiles <\/label><br \/>\n<textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-floors-are-clean\">\n<h2>Ensure floors are clean<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Make sure the floor in the unit is clean.<\/p>\n<p>If any part of the floor looks particularly dirty, make sure a cleaner sees to it as soon as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-supplies-are-stored-at-least-6-inches-above-ground\">\n<h2>Ensure supplies are stored at least 6 inches above ground<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>All supplies should be stored <strong>at least 6 inches above the ground<\/strong> to avoid infections spreading from the floor.<\/p>\n<p class=\"style-info\">For <strong>sterile supplies<\/strong>, items must be stored in a humidity-controlled environment, <strong>covered in plastic or in a cabinet with doors<\/strong> or in storage devices that do not allow dust to settle. They must be <strong>no more than 12 inches from the floor<\/strong> and no more than 18 inches from the ceiling.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"image-content\">\n<figure>\n   <a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/hOUZKJoXpk2lfAuEtvFC2w.jpg\" alt=\"Ensure supplies are stored at least 6 inches above ground\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/hOUZKJoXpk2lfAuEtvFC2w.jpg\"> <\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-air-vents-are-clean\">\n<h2>Ensure air vents are clean<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Check all of the air vents in the unit to make sure they are clean,&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"style-warning\"><strong>Dust builds up quickly in air vents<\/strong>, so it's important that they are cleaned regularly to prevent significant levels of dust accumulation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"patient-rooms\">\n<h2>Patient rooms:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"make-sure-all-surfaces-are-clean\">\n<h2>Make sure all surfaces are clean<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Inspect all of the patient rooms in the unit, firstly making sure that all <strong>surfaces are clean<\/strong> and orderly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If there are any rooms in which the surfaces are <strong>not<\/strong> clean, note them down in the section below and report to the relevant personnel so they can be cleaned as soon as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Patient room(s) with dirty\/messy surfaces <\/label><br \/>\n<textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-bathrooms-are-clean-and-stocked\">\n<h2>Ensure bathrooms are clean and stocked<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Inspect each bathroom and make sure they are <strong>clean and well stocked with soap and paper towels.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you <strong>identify any bathrooms that do not look like they are meeting hygiene standards or require restocking<\/strong>, note down their location in the section below and report to the appropriate personnel as soon as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Bathrooms that require cleaning\/restocking <\/label><br \/>\n<textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-ppes-are-available-as-needed\">\n<h2>Ensure PPE's are available as needed<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Each patient room <strong>must<\/strong> be equipped with the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).<\/p>\n<p>Typically, this would include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Disposable gloves<\/li>\n<li>Aprons<\/li>\n<li>Long-sleeved gowns<\/li>\n<li>Surgical masks<\/li>\n<li>Eye goggles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If any patient rooms appear to be missing PPE, note down their location and report to the relevant personnel as soon as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Patient rooms with missing PPE <\/label><br \/>\n<textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-all-furniture-is-in-good-condition\">\n<h2>Ensure all furniture is in good condition<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Check that all furniture is in good condition.<\/p>\n<p>If any furniture shows signs of <strong>damage or decay<\/strong>, it should be disposed of and replaced as soon as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"check-high-areas-for-dust-accumulation\">\n<h2>Check high areas for dust accumulation<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Inspect high areas in patient rooms to ensure that there is no dust being accumulated.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-all-medical-equipment-is-clean\">\n<h2>Ensure all medical equipment is clean<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Inspect all medical equipment in patient rooms to make sure they are clean.<\/p>\n<p>If there is <strong>any sign of dust or dirt accumulation<\/strong> on any equipment, a cleaner should be dispatched to the room as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"patient-shower-rooms\">\n<h2>Patient shower rooms:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-the-room-is-clean-and-orderly\">\n<h2>Ensure the room is clean and orderly<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Check that the shower rooms are <strong>clean, orderly, and well-stocked<\/strong> with soap and any other appropriate cleaning products.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-ceiling-tiles-are-in-good-condition\">\n<h2>Ensure ceiling tiles are in good condition<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Inspect the ceiling tiles in each shower room to make sure they are in good condition. If there is <strong>any sign of significant staining, wetness, or damage<\/strong>, note down the room location in the section below and report back to the relevant personnel.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"style-warning\">Being that shower rooms are significantly damper environments than other rooms in the building, they are <strong>more likely to cause staining or damage<\/strong> to ceiling tiles.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Shower room(s) with stained\/damaged ceiling tiles <\/label><br \/>\n<textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"isolation-rooms\">\n<h2>Isolation rooms:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"verify-the-appropriate-signage-is-in-place\">\n<h2>Verify the appropriate signage is in place<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>When inspecting isolation rooms, the <strong>first thing to make sure of<\/strong> is that the<strong> appropriate signage<\/strong> is in place.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>There should be a sign <strong>on or right next to<\/strong> the door clearly stating that this is an isolated room and <strong>nobody without permission is allowed to enter<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Signage should also mention that <strong>anyone currently ill cannot enter the room<\/strong> and those who do enter <strong>must wear the appropriate PPE<\/strong> prior to entering.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-trash-and-sharps-are-handled-appropriately\">\n<h2>Ensure trash and sharps are handled appropriately<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Ideally, the room should be equipped with <strong>touch-free trash cans<\/strong> to minimize the risk of infectious bacteria spreading.<\/p>\n<p class=\"style-danger\">Ensure that used (i.e. dirty) bins <strong>remain inside<\/strong> the isolation rooms.<\/p>\n<p>A <strong>puncture-proof container for sharps<\/strong> disposal should be present in the room and <strong>must never be more than 3\/4 full.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-the-trolley-is-equipped-with-all-appropriate-ppe\">\n<h2>Ensure the trolley is equipped with all appropriate PPE<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>A trolley should be set up <strong>just&nbsp;outside the door<\/strong> of the isolation room, stocking PPE and linen supply.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Complete the sub checklist below to ensure that all equipment is available.<\/p>\n<p class=\"style-danger\">It is incredibly important that the following<strong> items be kept on the trolley at all times<\/strong> so that PPE is always available for health-care workers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n<ul class=\"items\">\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       1<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Gloves (reusable vinyl or rubber gloves for cleaning, and latex single-use gloves for clinical care)<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       2<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Eye protection (visor or goggles)<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       3<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Face shield<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       4<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Particulate respirators (N95, FFP2, or equivalent)<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       5<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Medical masks (surgical or procedure)<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       6<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Long-sleeved gowns<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       7<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Plastic aprons<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       8<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Plain soap (liquid if possible)<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       9<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Clean single-use towels<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       10<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Sharps containers<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       11<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Appropriate detergent for cleaning and disinfecting<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       12<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Large plastic bags<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       13<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Clinical waste bags<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       14<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Linen bag<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       15<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Collection container for used equipment<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p class=\"style-warning\"><strong>If there is any PPE missing<\/strong>, note it down in the section below and report back to the appropriate personnel as soon as possible so it can be addressed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> PPE missing from isolation room trolley(s) <\/label><br \/>\n<textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"confirm-patients-wear-proper-attire-during-transportation\">\n<h2>Confirm patients wear proper attire during transportation<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Ideally, patients placed in isolation should remain in their isolation rooms with the door closed.<\/p>\n<p>However, some situations require that the patient be transported, in which case it is <strong>critical that they wear the appropriate attire<\/strong> to avoid the spread of infection.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>When patients are being transported to and from an isolated room, they should wear surgical masks that cover their mouth and nose.<\/p>\n<p class=\"style-info\">Procedures for these patients should be <strong>scheduled at times when they can be performed rapidly<\/strong> and when waiting areas are less crowded.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"kitchensbreak-rooms\">\n<h2>Kitchens\/break rooms:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-floors-and-walls-are-clean\">\n<h2>Ensure floors and walls are clean<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Moving on to the kitchen\/break rooms, the first thing to do is to make sure that the floors and walls are clean.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If there is <strong>any food, trash, or dirt present<\/strong>, see to it that it is cleaned as soon as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-all-surfaces-are-clean-and-clutterfree\">\n<h2>Ensure all surfaces are clean and clutter-free<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Next thing is to <strong>scan all of the surfaces<\/strong> in the room and make sure that they are <strong>clean and orderly.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-all-kitchen-appliances-are-clean\">\n<h2>Ensure all kitchen appliances are clean<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Ensure all kitchen appliances are clean.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Typically, <strong>this will include<\/strong> the following:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n<ul class=\"items\">\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       1<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Microwave oven<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       2<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Regular oven<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       3<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Toaster<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       4<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Coffee maker<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       5<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Cooker<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       6<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Electric grill<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       7<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Refrigerator<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"check-food-is-labeled-appropriately-and-not-expired\">\n<h2>Check food is labeled appropriately and not expired<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>All food, particularly in the refrigerator, must be <strong>labeled properly and not expired.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"style-warning\">If any items are clearly out of date or look suspicious (of course, a foul smell is a sure sign) they should be disposed of immediately.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"confirm-there-is-no-evidence-of-pests-present\">\n<h2>Confirm there is no evidence of pests present<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Pests are one of the most <strong>significant threats to infection control<\/strong> in any building.<\/p>\n<p>For hospitals, the importance of preventing any pests from breaching the walls is of course absolutely critical.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>While it is <strong>difficult to be totally sure that there are no pests<\/strong> present during an infection control inspection, there are a few things you can check that will give you a better idea if there are any nasty little animals running around your facility.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>These are the following:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n<ul class=\"items\">\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       1<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Check plumbing for leaks or condensation<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       2<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Check if any drains show signs of being clogged<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       3<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Check there are no food items on the floor<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Are there any suspicions\/direct evidence suggesting an infestation of pests? If so, where? <\/label><br \/>\n<textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"general-unit\">\n<h2>General unit:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"confirm-the-area-is-free-of-dust-and-clutter\">\n<h2>Confirm the area is free of dust and clutter<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Now that all specific rooms have been carefully inspected, its time to focus your attention on the general unit.<\/p>\n<p>First and foremost, ensure that the area is <strong>clean and clutter-free.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If there are any specific <strong>areas that do not appear to meet cleanliness standards<\/strong>, note them down in the section below and report the relevant personnel so they can be cleaned as soon as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> General unit - areas in need of cleaning <\/label><br \/>\n<textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"confirm-unused-patient-equipment-is-stored-appropriately\">\n<h2>Confirm unused patient equipment is stored appropriately<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Any equipment that is not being used must be stored appropriately in a store.<\/p>\n<p>Proper storage conditions are important to protect stock from deterioration and damage. The store should be:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n<ul class=\"items\">\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       1<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Secure<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       2<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Clean<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       3<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Dry<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       4<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Not too hot or cold<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       5<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Well ventilated<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       6<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Free from pests<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       7<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Not exposed to direct sunlight<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-cleandirty-linen-is-handled-appropriately\">\n<h2>Ensure clean\/dirty linen is handled appropriately<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Verify that clean and dirty linen is handled appropriately by hospital staff.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Clean linen should either be stored in a <strong>clean, dry room or neatly placed on trolleys<\/strong> in the case that it will be used at some point during that particular day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Dirty linen should be placed in a <strong>linen waste bag<\/strong> on a trolley and taken to be washed as soon as the bag is near full.<\/p>\n<p class=\"style-danger\">Linen&nbsp;that is&nbsp;<strong>contaminated with blood or other bodily fluids<\/strong> should be handled by staff wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and is put into a <strong>red plastic bag labeled \u201cBiohazard\u201d.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"confirm-infectious-waste-is-in-a-red-bag-or-container\">\n<h2>Confirm infectious waste is in a red bag or container<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>All infectious waste must be placed inside a red bag or container labeled <strong>\"Biohazard, Infectious Waste\".&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Examples of infectious waste include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Discarded blood<\/li>\n<li>Sharps<\/li>\n<li>Human or animal tissue<\/li>\n<li>Used bandages and dressings<\/li>\n<li>Discarded gloves<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"confirm-nothing-is-stored-under-sinks\">\n<h2>Confirm nothing is stored under sinks<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Check to make sure that nothing is stored under any sinks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This is an important measure to prevent risk of infection because anything stored underneath a sink <strong>may be contaminated from soiled water<\/strong> that leaks from the sink drain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"confirm-restrooms-are-clean\">\n<h2>Confirm restrooms are clean<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Check <strong>all of the restrooms in the unit\/hospital<\/strong> and confirm that they are clean.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If any restrooms appear to be in need of cleaning, note down their location in the section below and report to the relevant personnel as soon as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Restroom(s) in need of cleaning <\/label><br \/>\n<textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"employee-knowledge\">\n<h2>Employee knowledge:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"verify-staff-know-the-procedure-for-blood-exposure\">\n<h2>Verify staff know the procedure for blood exposure<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p class=\"style-blockquote\">All health services must develop their own infection control protocols for communicable diseases. This includes clear written instructions on the appropriate action to take in the event of an exposure to blood or body fluids\/substances, such as needlestick injuries and other blood or body fluid incidents involving either patients or healthcare workers. - <a href=\"https:\/\/www2.health.vic.gov.au\/public-health\/infectious-diseases\/infection-control-guidelines\/manage-exposure-blood-body-fluids-substances\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">health.vic<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ensure that staff are familiar with the protocol<\/strong> developed by your establishment.<\/p>\n<p class=\"style-info\">Generally, treatment protocols should include the removal of contaminated clothing and thorough washing of the injured area with soap and water. Affected mucous membranes should be flushed with large amounts of water and eyes should be flushed gently.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-personnel-can-locate-the-infection-control-manual\">\n<h2>Ensure personnel can locate the Infection Control Manual<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>All personnel should know where to locate an <strong>Infection Control Manual<\/strong> containing instructions and practices for patient care.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"style-info\">The&nbsp;<strong>manual<\/strong>&nbsp;should be developed and updated by the&nbsp;<strong>infection control<\/strong>&nbsp;team and reviewed and approved by the committee.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-personnel-can-locate-the-exposure-control-plan\">\n<h2>Ensure personnel can locate the Exposure Control Plan<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Any staff member can request to review the Exposure Control Plan (ECP) at any time during their work shifts.<\/p>\n<p>Make sure that staff are aware of this ability and exercise it in the case that they cannot clearly recall the contents of the plan.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"style-danger\">You are <strong>required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) <\/strong>bloodborne pathogens standard&nbsp;to develop an Exposure Control Plan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-personnel-can-locate-the-biohazard-spill-kit\">\n<h2>Ensure personnel can locate the biohazard spill kit<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>All relevant personnel must know where to locate a <strong>biohazard spill kit<\/strong> in the case that they quickly need to manage spills and accidents involving biohazardous materials.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"image-content\">\n<figure>\n   <a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/kNV38AN9lIHPRIEjf-JB2w.jpeg\" alt=\"Ensure personnel can locate the biohazard spill kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/kNV38AN9lIHPRIEjf-JB2w.jpeg\"> <\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"check-staff-can-state-whos-5-moments-of-hand-hygiene\">\n<h2>Check staff can state WHO's 5 moments of hand hygiene<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Check to make sure that all staff can state the <strong>5 moments of hand hygiene<\/strong> as stated by the World Health Organization (WHO).<\/p>\n<p>Each of the 5 moments are <strong>displayed in the image below<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Also, there is a WHO hand <strong>hygiene leaflet attached and ready for download<\/strong> if you would like to do so.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"image-content\">\n<figure>\n   <a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/rdILad3DF1vTz6bB8ZpPOQ.gif\" alt=\"Check staff can state WHO's 5 moments of hand hygiene\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/rdILad3DF1vTz6bB8ZpPOQ.gif\"> <\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"final-step\">\n<h2>Final step:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"summarize-the-infection-control-audit\">\n<h2>Summarize the infection control audit<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Provide a&nbsp;<strong>brief summary<\/strong>&nbsp;of the infection control audit so that it can be <strong>reviewed and approved<\/strong> by a senior staff member.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Summary of the infection control audit <\/label><br \/>\n<textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"leave-any-additional-comments\">\n<h2>Leave any additional comments<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>If there is anything you<strong> identified during the infection control process<\/strong> that you think needs to be addressed or if you would like to provide a <strong>quick summary<\/strong> of the inspection, do so in the section below.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Infection control - Additional comments <\/label><br \/>\n<textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled=\"\" class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"approval-confirm-the-infection-control-audit-has-been-completed\">\n<h2>Approval: Confirm the infection control audit has been completed<\/h2>\n<div class=\"approval-content\">\n<div class=\"header\">\n<div class=\"list-title\">\n    Will be submitted for approval:<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"approval-rule-subject-tasks-list\">\n<ul class=\"list\">\n<li>\n<div class=\"approval-rule-subject-tasks-list-item\">\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n        <span class=\"title\">Summarize the infection control audit<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"body\">\n         Will be submitted<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"sources\">\n<h2>Sources:<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/centrak.com\/solutions\/infection-control\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Centrak - Infection Control in Healthcare<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK214341\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NCBI - Infection Prevention and Control<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/public-library.safetyculture.io\/products\/general-infection-control-audit-checklist\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Safety Culture - General Infection Control Audit Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hfmmagazine.com\/articles\/1478-how-to-control-pests-in-health-care-facilities\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">HFM Magazine - How to Control Pests in Healthcare Facilities<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3963198\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NCBI - Guidelines for Prevention of Hospital Acquired Infections<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/water_sanitation_health\/medicalwaste\/148to158.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">World Health Organization - Hospital Hygiene and Infection Control<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beckersasc.com\/asc-quality-infection-control\/8-steps-to-effective-hospital-infection-control-programs.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Becker's Healthcare - 8 Steps to Effective Hospital Infection Control Programs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www2.health.vic.gov.au\/public-health\/infectious-diseases\/infection-control-guidelines\/manage-exposure-blood-body-fluids-substances\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Victoria State Government - Managing Exposures to Blood and Body Fluids or Substances<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"related-checklists\">\n<h2>Related checklists:<\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/hospital-housekeeping-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Hospital Housekeeping Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/terminal-room-cleaning-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Terminal Room Cleaning Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/hospital-safety-inspection-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Hospital Safety Inspection Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/patient-satisfaction-survey-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Patient Satisfaction Survey Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/home-visit-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Home Visit Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/mental-health-risk-assessment-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Mental Health Risk Assessment Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/who-surgical-safety-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">WHO Surgical Safety Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/hipaa-compliance-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">HIPAA Compliance Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/patient-intake-checklist-for-a-medical-clinic\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Patient Intake Checklist for a Medical Clinic<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/electrical-inspection-checklist-hospitals-and-health-care\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Electrical Inspection Checklist for Hospitals<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction: Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) are a major safety concern for both health care providers and patients. 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