Infection, Prevention and Control

Gain the key skills to identify infection hazards and follow recommended processes to prevent infections from spreading

45 minutes

$45.00 Incl GST -

Infection, Prevention and Control

Gain the key skills to identify infection hazards and follow recommended processes to prevent infections from spreading

45 minutes

$45.00 Incl GST

Learn effective infection control measures, including hygiene practices and the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE), to minimise the risk of exposure.

Essential for...

  • Support workers
  • Disability service providers
  • Boards of management

By the end of this course, you'll be able to:

  • Recognise infection risks
  • Understand how infection begins and spreads
  • Protect yourself and others from infection
  • Use effective infection control measures, including hygiene practices and the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE), to minimise the risk of exposure

Description

In their roles, support workers often come into close contact with individuals who may carry infectious diseases or be at increased risk of contracting infections from others. Infection Prevention and Control explores how infections spread and what can be done to minimise the risk. Through this training, learners will gain the key skills to identify infection hazards and follow recommended processes to prevent infections from spreading. In doing so, they gain the knowledge and confidence to fulfil their roles while also keeping themselves and those they support safe.