The Healthcare Infection Society has released new guidelines designed to minimize the incidence of surgical infections.
HIS' guidelines include facilities specifications that could improve infection control. For instance, the guidelines recommend ceilings be made from non-porous material that can be easily cleaned. Other recommendations include the following:
• Suspended ceilings should not be installed in new facilities.
• Floors should be easily cleaned and disinfected, according to local policies, and be durable and strong enough to support the machinery that will be necessary in some operative facilities.
• Taps or faucets should be hands-free.
• Disposable towels should be used.
The guidelines also cover ventilation, lighting, electrical services, storage, employee infection control practices, training/education, auditing and more.
HIS' guidelines include facilities specifications that could improve infection control. For instance, the guidelines recommend ceilings be made from non-porous material that can be easily cleaned. Other recommendations include the following:
• Suspended ceilings should not be installed in new facilities.
• Floors should be easily cleaned and disinfected, according to local policies, and be durable and strong enough to support the machinery that will be necessary in some operative facilities.
• Taps or faucets should be hands-free.
• Disposable towels should be used.
The guidelines also cover ventilation, lighting, electrical services, storage, employee infection control practices, training/education, auditing and more.
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