Infection Control During Construction In Healthcare Facilities

The construction, renovation and maintenance of health care facilities brings specific risks associated with potentially fatal infection and illness.

Preventing and controlling infection while these activities take place requires the implementation and support of preventive measures intended to protect patients, staff, and visitors from potential harm.

Focusing on the application of the CSA Z317.13:22, Infection control during construction, renovation, and maintenance of health care facilities standard, you will learn how to address necessary measures and help control infection risk in health care facilities.

This is a two-part course, delivered back-to-back days. You will earn a Certificate of Completion after you successfully complete the training and evaluation component.This course is presented in partnership with the CSA Group.  

Part 1 – Fundamentals Of Infection Control During Construction

Topics:

• Describe the “Body of Knowledge” that encompasses the new CSA Z317.13:22 Standard
• Recognize basic definitions related to the CSA Z317.13:22 Standard
• Describe examples of known contaminations and their sources
• Determine procedures that are appropriate for infection prevention and control
• List key prevention procedures related to construction at Healthcare Facilities
• Develop an appropriate Risk Assessment as it relates to construction at health care facilities
• Identify the proper placement of dust control barriers and tools used to achieve infection prevention and controlled environment during construction
• Describe infection prevention and control measures
• Apply infection prevention and control measures after construction
• Employ mold remediation at your healthcare facility
• Describe appropriate remedial measures

Part 2 – Effective Implementation And Practical Applications Of Infection Control

Building on the foundation established by Part 1: Fundamentals of Infection Control during Construction, you will gain insight into the latest developments and requirements of this critical field and acquire practical knowledge on how to apply the necessary measures to help control risk.

Topics:

• Describe the steps used to get the right information
• Describe the steps used in building the right people
• Describe the steps used to get the right gear
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies 
• Establish or describe the risks associated with renovation work on domestic water systems
• Develop and maintain monitoring programs 
• Explain the application of the Standard to new construction

 What's Included:

• Participant Guides:
  • Brief content summary
  • Planning for Mold Remediation
  • CSA Z317.13:22 Changes
• Activity Floor Plan
• Health Canada Study (CCDR 27S2) - Canada Communicable Disease Report 2001
• EACC Performance Leak Testing Guideline
• CDC Water Management Program Guideline
• CSA Z317.13:22, Infection control during construction, renovation, and maintenance of health care facilities standard

Intended Audience

Designed for those  who work in existing or new construction of healthcare facilities, such as:

• Facility maintenance managers and project managers
• General and Trade Contractors: Site superintendents, Forepersons and Project Managers
• Designers and Engineers