DISINFECTIONEssential resources include: PPE supplies (masks, gowns, gloves, eye protection), hand hygiene products, cleaning and disinfection supplies, sharps containers, isolation supplies, IPAC education materials, surveillance systems/software, IPAC staff time, outbreak management supplies.
HIGHTOUCHHightouch in IPAC practice involves systematic assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation. Staff trained on standards, procedures documented, outcomes monitored. Quality improvement when gaps identified. Aligns with accreditation requirements.
CONTACTTIMEContacttime in IPAC practice involves systematic assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation. Staff trained on standards, procedures documented, outcomes monitored. Quality improvement when gaps identified. Aligns with accreditation requirements.
TERMINALTerminal in IPAC practice involves systematic assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation. Staff trained on standards, procedures documented, outcomes monitored. Quality improvement when gaps identified. Aligns with accreditation requirements.
PROCEDUREFormal documents guiding practice. Development includes evidence review, stakeholder input, approval process. Implementation requires communication, training, resources. Regular review ensures currency. Accessible to staff for reference.
SCHEDULEWe review the service agreement and fee schedule with new clients/SDMs during admission, ensuring they understand all costs and service limitations before signing.
CHEMICALSSafety Data Sheets (SDS) are accessible on The Pulse intranet and are also posted in areas where chemicals are used. In case of emergency, contact your supervisor or call the poison control center at 1-800-268-9017.
VALIDATIONTeam members participate in orientation prior to their first shift and receive continuing education on service delivery standards, client-centered care approaches, and best practices. Training includes mandatory modules, hands-on practice, competency validation, and annual refreshers. Educ
SPILLSWhen handling contaminated items: perform hand hygiene before and after, use appropriate PPE (gloves minimum, gown/mask/eye protection as indicated by risk assessment), handle items carefully to minimize splash/spray, dispose of items in appropriate containers, clean spills immediately fol
EQUIPMENTTeam members participate in orientation prior to their first shift and receive continuing education on service delivery standards, client-centered care approaches, and best practices. Training includes mandatory modules, hands-on practice, competency validation, and annual refreshers. Educ
