Comprehensive Infection Control Policy Template

What’s Included:

Our Infection Control Policy Template is a professionally developed document that provides all the essential components to create or enhance your facility’s infection prevention and control strategy.

1. Purpose
Clear objectives outlining the need for infection control and compliance with healthcare regulations.

2. Scope
Explanation of who the policy applies to, including staff, contractors, volunteers, and visitors.

3. Infection Control Systems

• Management & Monitoring: Roles and responsibilities of the Infection Control Lead and Committee.
• Risk Assessments: Procedures for identifying risks related to service users, the environment, and interpersonal interactions.

4. Risk Management
Comprehensive infection control protocols, vaccination, and training procedures for staff.

5. Compliance with the Code of Practice
Detailed sections on infection control compliance, clinical governance, and maintaining a safe environment.

6. COVID-19 Specific Protocols

• PPE Guidelines: Availability and use of PPE, including donning and doffing procedures and vaccination protocols.

7. Record-Keeping
Guidelines for maintaining service user records.

8. Data Protection & Confidentiality
GDPR-compliant data protection practices for handling sensitive infection-related information.

9. Review & Monitoring
Policy review procedures and a continuous improvement framework.

Key Benefits:

• Comprehensive and Customizable: Save time and resources with a fully detailed and customizable policy, designed by industry professionals with care services in mind.
• Compliance Assurance: Developed in line with the latest infection control guidelines, including adherence to The Health and Social Care Act 2008, GDPR, and relevant public health regulations.
• Peace of Mind: Ensure that your staff, service users, and visitors are protected with an evidence-based infection control framework, minimizing risks and potential liabilities.
• Professional & Detailed: Includes all necessary sections and procedures to maintain high standards of infection control, from daily hygiene practices to outbreak management.
• Easy Implementation: Instantly downloadable and easy to customize to your specific organizational needs.