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Introduction to the essential principles of Infection Prevention and Control in the hospital setting. Designed for onboarding staff and trainees, this overview highlights shared responsibility, patient safety, and the role of IPC in protecting healthcare workers, patients, and the institution. It outlines core IPC practices expected of all healthcare workers including adherence to standard and transmission-based precautions, occupational safety, antimicrobial stewardship, and HAI prevention strategies.

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Learn the principles of effective hand hygiene, including the WHO “My 5 Moments,” proper handwashing and hand rub techniques, and the critical role of hand hygiene in preventing healthcare-associated infections.

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Understand Standard Precautions and Transmission-Based Precautions, including when and how to use personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent the spread of infectious agents in healthcare settings.

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Review strategies to prevent needlestick and sharps injuries and learn the appropriate steps for immediate management, reporting, and post-exposure care following an occupational exposure.

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Learn the principles and proper practices of cleaning and disinfection in the hospital setting. This module emphasizes the difference between cleaning and disinfection, prioritization of high-touch surfaces, and proper care of medical equipment and personal devices. It reinforces the role of environmental hygiene in preventing healthcare-associated infections and protecting both patients and healthcare workers.

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Learn the principles of healthcare waste management, including proper waste segregation, safe handling, and disposal practices to protect healthcare workers, patients, and the environment.

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Guides healthcare providers on the identification and timely reporting of notifiable diseases in accordance with national regulations (RA 11332). It outlines reporting timelines, HICU notification through the EMR system, and procedures for urgent notification. It also emphasizes the legal obligation of healthcare professionals to report and the importance of surveillance in protecting public health.