Basic Practical Infection Control - HOW to do it
Infection control guidelines and standards tell you WHAT needs to be done, but they often leave out the crucial HOW.
Description
Infection control guidelines and standards tell you WHAT needs to be done, but they often leave out the crucial HOW.
This practical, hands-on workshop is designed to help you implement the latest Australian Infection Control guidelines and standards with confidence and tackle the specific challenges of infection prevention in your practice.
We’ll take a deep dive into essential areas like personal protective equipment (PPE), hand hygiene, instrument sterilisation and the day- to- day infection control procedures that you carry out in your practice – breaking down each process to a practical, easy-to-understand level. You’ll gain the skills needed to provide optimal patient care while staying compliant with current regulations.
Practical Component:
Get up close and personal with autoclaves and sterilisation equipment on display. Learn how they work and how to maintain them effectively, ensuring the highest level of infection control in your practice.
THIS WORKSHOP IS SUITABLE FOR THE WHOLE DENTAL TEAM
Learning objectives
Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the latest standards, guidelines, and best practices.
2. Explore best practices for PPE and hand hygiene, with real-world tips on practical implementation.
3. Master the step-by-step process of instrument reprocessing, including sterilisation, in a way that’s easy to apply in your daily routine.
4. Participate in a Q&A session, addressing your specific challenges.
Presenters
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Dr Franklin has been working in the dental industry just on 30 years. She is a dentist, trainer and teacher of dental assistants, a writer of educational materials, and a passionate infection prevention and control consultant. She was the lead author for the chapter devoted to infection control in dental settings in the book Healthcare-Associated Infections in Australia: Principles and Practice of Infection Prevention and Control. She is a member of the Australasian College of Infection Prevention and Control. She has completed further education through post-graduate studies in infection prevention and control which allows her to stay ahead of the curve.
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Steve is the Operations Manager at Mocom Australia, STS Health and ADIA WA branch past president. He has been working on medical equipment both hands on and in management roles for 23years and in the dental sector for the past 18years. He is responsible for training technicians across Australia and New Zealand on validation, installation, servicing and repairs of sterilisation, disinfection and high purity water systems. Steve is actively involved with industry peak bodies and associations relating to the ongoing evolution of infection control standards and guidelines. Prior to working in infection control, Steve was working on renal dialysis water treatment systems and electrical instrumentation. This experience has been extremely useful during the rollout of AS5369:2023 with respect to autoclave steam quality, wash water, dental unit waterlines and final rinse water to support practice teams on testing and treatment options.