Care Certificate Standard 15: Infection prevention and control
This eBook supports learners completing Standard 15: Infection Prevention and Control of the Care Certificate, providing essential knowledge to help reduce the risk of infections and maintain a safe, hygienic care environment.
Infection prevention is a vital part of delivering high-quality care and protecting the health of both service users and staff. This eBook outlines the standard precautions and safe working practices required in all care settings, from residential homes to domiciliary care.
In this eBook, you will explore:
✅ How infections spread and the chain of infection
✅ Standard infection control precautions (SICPs), including hand hygiene and PPE
✅ The importance of cleaning, disinfecting, and managing waste correctly
✅ When and how to use personal protective equipment (PPE) safely
✅ Roles, responsibilities, and key legislation, including the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations
Aligned with Skills for Care guidance and the Care Certificate standards, this eBook includes visual aids, practical examples, and reflection points to reinforce knowledge and support safe practice.
This eBook supports learners completing Standard 15: Infection Prevention and Control of the Care Certificate, providing essential knowledge to help reduce the risk of infections and maintain a safe, hygienic care environment.
Infection prevention is a vital part of delivering high-quality care and protecting the health of both service users and staff. This eBook outlines the standard precautions and safe working practices required in all care settings, from residential homes to domiciliary care.
In this eBook, you will explore:
✅ How infections spread and the chain of infection
✅ Standard infection control precautions (SICPs), including hand hygiene and PPE
✅ The importance of cleaning, disinfecting, and managing waste correctly
✅ When and how to use personal protective equipment (PPE) safely
✅ Roles, responsibilities, and key legislation, including the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations
Aligned with Skills for Care guidance and the Care Certificate standards, this eBook includes visual aids, practical examples, and reflection points to reinforce knowledge and support safe practice.
This eBook supports learners completing Standard 15: Infection Prevention and Control of the Care Certificate, providing essential knowledge to help reduce the risk of infections and maintain a safe, hygienic care environment.
Infection prevention is a vital part of delivering high-quality care and protecting the health of both service users and staff. This eBook outlines the standard precautions and safe working practices required in all care settings, from residential homes to domiciliary care.
In this eBook, you will explore:
✅ How infections spread and the chain of infection
✅ Standard infection control precautions (SICPs), including hand hygiene and PPE
✅ The importance of cleaning, disinfecting, and managing waste correctly
✅ When and how to use personal protective equipment (PPE) safely
✅ Roles, responsibilities, and key legislation, including the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations
Aligned with Skills for Care guidance and the Care Certificate standards, this eBook includes visual aids, practical examples, and reflection points to reinforce knowledge and support safe practice.
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