Infection Control Audit



Section 1: General Management

Is there a recognised training lead for the department? [cite: 8]

Does the job description of the named lead person outline responsibilities? [cite: 8]

Are up to date local contact telephone numbers available for advice? [cite: 8]

Are infection prevention topics agenda items at meetings? [cite: 8]

Is there a process for reporting untoward incidents? [cite: 8]

Is there evidence that audits have changed practice to improve IPC? [cite: 8]

Can the person in charge state how they would manage an outbreak? [cite: 8]

Does the establishment have a colour coding system for cleaning? [cite: 8]

Is there separate storage for domestic cleaning equipment? [cite: 8]

Section 2: Staff Health & Training

Are staff offered immunisation in line with national guidelines? [cite: 9]

Does the establishment have an exclusion from work policy for staff? [cite: 9]

Is IPC included in all staff induction programmes? [cite: 9]

Have staff received mandatory training in IPC? [cite: 9]

Is there a follow-up process for non-attendees at training? [cite: 9]

Is food hygiene training provided for all staff handling food? [cite: 9]

Do laundry staff receive training on handling linen and processes? [cite: 9]

Section 8: Medication Room

Is the environment visibly clean? [cite: 17]

Is the furniture made of impermeable and washable materials? [cite: 17]

Is the drug refrigerator used for the storage of drugs only? [cite: 17]

Are paper towels available from an enclosed dispenser? [cite: 17]

Is there a promotional hand hygiene poster displayed? [cite: 17]

Are alcohol based hand rub bottles available at point of care? [cite: 17]

Section 17: Waste Management

Are waste bags capable of being securely tied? [cite: 24]

Are separate waste streams available per local guidance? [cite: 24]

Is infectious waste stored separately to domestic waste? [cite: 24]

Are outside waste containers and storage areas secure? [cite: 24]

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