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Preventing infection in care: control of the environment

People who live, visit, and work within the home must be protected against any risks associated with infection. Cleaning is an essential step in preventing and controlling the spread of infection – and a clean and tidy environment is a good indicator that the highest possible quality of care is being provided.

This video resource documents procedures for keeping care environments clean and how to comply with regulations.

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Preventing Infection in Care - Control of the Environment

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Published: 
2011
Publisher: 
Social Care and Social Work Improvement Scotland (SCSWIS)
NHS Education for Scotland (NES)