Infection Prevention & Control for the Dental Team (NW141022A)

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SubjectInfection control
DescriptionThis course is designed to help practitioners in cross infection control.
Additional information

Topics to be covered include:

  • Sources of infection & contamination
  • Risks of contamination & infection
  • Current regulations & recommendations
  • Practical hints & tips
VenueAintree - The Clinical Sciences Centre, Liverpool - Merseyside  View details
Date & timeWednesday 22 October 2014, 19:00 to 22:00
LecturerChristine Whitworth  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeNo development outcome
Course styleLecture
Core topicDecontamination
CateringRefreshments and Evening Meal
CPD hours3:00
Cost£10.00
Aims
  • To provide knowledge of the micro-organisms which may be transferred during dental procedures & the risks of cross infection
  • To introduce the legislative aspects & Department of Health guidance which relate to Infection Prevention & Control in the dental environment
  • To provide a detailed explanation of the procedures & protocols for implementing effective Infection Prevention & Control recommended by current guidance
Objectives
  • A thorough understanding of the reasons why effective Infection Control is fundamental to the provision of quality dental treatment
  • A good working knowledge of all recommended procedures for the implementation of effective Infection Prevention & Control in a dental context
  • Understanding of essential quality & best practice requirements contained in HTM 01-05: Decontamination in primary care dental practices