Identify legislation, national and local guidelines, policy and procedures that affect infection prevention and control

Demonstrate the methods of aseptic technique including hand washing and alcohol hand gel procedures

Describe the importance of safe handling of disposal of waste, COSHH requirements, handling of uniforms, dress codes, linen and laundry

Identify actions required in cases of outbreak of infection including isolation of residence and mandatory reporting of healthcare associated infections to Health Protection Agency (HPA)

Describe how policies are put into place for safe handling and disposal of sharps, sharps injury procedures and occupational health procedures

Manage infection prevention risks, through observation, cleaning procedures and touch-point awareness

Manage infection prevention risks, through observation, cleaning procedures and touch-point awareness

Demonstrate awareness of control of outbreaks & infections associated with specific alerts such as tuberculosis, e-coli, flu pandemics etc