Interpreting the Dental Council of NSW's Infection Control Checklist
Work through the checklist with Kylie Robb. Kylie interprets each action against national standards and guidelines in an easy-to-follow format with clear, concise leadership.
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Section 2 - Reference Material
Section 2a - Exposure Prone Procedures
Section 2b - Documentation
3.1 - Vaccinations
3.2 - Hand Hygiene protocols
3.3 & 3.4 Appropriate ABHR & Handtowel
3.5-7 Sterile Gloves & Eyewear
4.1 Hand Basins
4.2 Surface Cleaning
4.3 Storage Areas
4.4 Instrument Transfer
4.5 Single Use
5.1 Dental Unit Water Lines
5.2 Suction Lines
5.3 Sterile Procedures
5.4 Radiographic Equipment
5.5 'Sterile at the point of use'
6.1 Dealing with Exposures
6.2-4 Sharps Management
6.5 Contaminated Waste
6.6-7 RCT files