Infection prevention and control

Infection prevention and control (IP&C) activities protect patients, residents, clients and ourselves from acquiring health care-associated infections. These infections increase hospital lengths of stay, cause patient health complications and may even result in death.

The IP&C world continues to change. There are new and emerging infectious diseases and an increase in antibiotic resistant organisms. IP&C practices are continually evolving and there may have been advancements over the years.

We’ve compiled several resources to help you stay on top of best practices in IP&C, including an interactive online learning module.

Access our IP&C online learning module by signing in to MyCARNA and clicking Resources>Learning Modules.

Case study: Infection prevention and control - It's in your hands

Infection Prevention and Control – Accountability and Reporting

Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilization of Reusable Medical Devices for Health Care Facilities and Settings

Single-Use Medical Devices: As Applied to Critical and Semi-Critical Medical Devices

Visit bbfeab.ca for modules, posters and more to help you and your organization prevent blood or body fluid exposures (BBFE) in your workplace and learn what to do if you, or one of your colleagues became exposed.

User handbook for medical device reprocessing in community health care settings (March 2014)
This reference includes checklists and tools to assist with medical device reprocessing planning, implementation and monitoring for the community setting workplace. Available at Shopcsa.ca and to AHS employees at Knowledge Resources Services.