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DC179-Infection Control Policy-Adults and Children

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Infection Control Policy (Adults and Children)

1. Purpose

This policy outlines how {{org_field_name}}, as a domiciliary care provider in England, prevents and controls infections to protect service users and staff – including both adults and children/young people. Effective infection prevention and control (IPC) is essential for ensuring people stay healthy and safe in care. By minimizing the spread of illnesses such as COVID-19, influenza, chickenpox, MRSA, and norovirus, we safeguard the well-being of those receiving and delivering care. The policy aligns with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, which require care providers to “assess the risk of, and prevent, detect and control the spread of, infections”. We follow current national guidance – including UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) advice, National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines, and the Department of Health & Social Care’s Code of Practice on the prevention and control of infections – to ensure high standards of cleanliness and infection control. Ultimately, adhering to this policy helps us provide safe, high-quality domiciliary care that protects everyone from avoidable harm.

2. Scope

This Infection Control Policy applies to all employees of {{org_field_name}} (care workers, supervisors, managers, and office staff), all service users receiving care (adults and children/young people aged 0–18) in their own homes, and any visitors present during care visits (including family members, friends, and other professionals). It covers all locations where care is delivered under our auspices – primarily clients’ private homes and any community settings where staff perform care duties (for example, parks, libraries, leisure centres, places of worship, clinics, youth groups, and during travel to and from such settings). Everyone has a responsibility to follow the infection control measures in this policy: staff at all levels, the service users themselves (as far as they are able – recognizing that young children will require assistance), and visitors. We will also ensure that information about infection risks and required precautions is shared appropriately with service users and their families or guardians. For our younger service users, parents or legal guardians will be involved in supporting good infection control (such as providing consent for recommended immunisations and following advice to keep an ill child out of group activities during infectious periods). This policy works in tandem with our other procedures to maintain a safe and clean care environment. Compliance with the policy is a condition of working for {{org_field_name}} and a condition of receiving our services, as it is crucial for the health and safety of all.

3. Infection Control Measures

Key infection control measures in domiciliary care include strict hygiene practices, correct use of personal protective equipment, cleaning and disinfection routines, and prompt response to infectious outbreaks. The following core measures must be implemented at all times in both adult and children’s care contexts:

Hand Hygiene: Care staff must perform thorough hand washing with liquid soap and warm running water at key moments (before and after any personal care or food handling, after using the toilet or assisting a child with toileting, after cleaning tasks or handling waste, after removing gloves/PPE, and whenever hands are visibly soiled). Washing hands for at least 20 seconds – then rinsing and drying with a disposable paper towel – is the gold standard for removing germs. Alcohol-based hand sanitiser (≥60% alcohol) should be used if soap and water are not immediately available or as an additional step, but note it is not effective against some pathogens (for example, norovirus or Clostridioides difficile) and must not replace soap-and-water handwashing when dealing with vomiting/diarrhoea incidents. Staff should also encourage or assist service users to clean their hands before meals and after toileting; this is especially important for young children who may need help or supervision to wash properly. Good hand hygiene is the single most important practice to prevent infection spread.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): PPE is used as a barrier to protect both the service user and the caregiver from infection. The Registered Manager is responsible for ordering and maintaining adequate PPE stock (gloves, aprons, masks, etc.), which staff can collect from our office at {{org_field_name}} ({{org_field_street_line_01}}, {{org_field_city_town}}, {{org_field_post_code}}). Staff are expected to wear disposable gloves and plastic aprons for any direct care that involves contact with body fluids (e.g. assisting with personal hygiene, changing an incontinence pad or child’s nappy, handling soiled bedding, cleaning up spills). Face masks (such as Type IIR surgical masks) and eye protection (goggles or face shields) are worn if there is a risk of splashes or if dealing with an airborne infectious disease (for example, caring for someone with suspected COVID-19 or another respiratory infection). PPE selection will follow current UKHSA guidance for the specific infection risk. For example, during a COVID-19 outbreak, staff may use masks and eye protection for droplet precautions, and during routine care of an individual with MRSA, gloves and apron are usually sufficient. All PPE must be used and disposed of correctly: perform hand hygiene before putting it on, put on gloves last and remove them first, and discard used PPE into a designated waste bag immediately after use. Staff should change gloves and aprons between tasks and between different service users to prevent cross-contamination. For instance, if moving from assisting one person with toileting to assisting another with feeding, fresh PPE is required. Managers will ensure appropriate PPE supplies are available to staff at all times. Using PPE properly is crucial to “break the chain of infection” by creating a protective barrier between the caregiver and any germs.

Nappy Changing and Children’s Hygiene: Caring for infants and young children requires additional infection control precautions. Staff must always wear disposable gloves and a disposable plastic apron for each nappy change or when assisting a child with toilet training, just as with any personal care involving contact with bodily fluids. After removing a soiled nappy, it should be wrapped in a plastic bag (nappy sack) and disposed of in the household waste bin (unless local arrangements exist for it to be collected separately as offensive/clinical waste). The child’s skin should be cleaned with a disposable wipe (never use a communal cloth flannel) and any creams or lotions should be labelled for that individual child and not shared. The changing mat or surface must be wiped down with soapy water or a detergent wipe after each use and at the end of the day; mats are checked regularly and replaced if the cover is torn, to prevent germs harboring in cracks. Caregivers must wash and dry their hands after every nappy change, before handling another child or leaving the changing area. This diligence is crucial because some viruses can persist in a child’s stool or saliva even after the child appears recovered from an illness – meaning strict hand hygiene around nappy changing and toileting must continue at all times. If potties are used for toileting, a designated sink (not used for hand washing) should be used to empty and clean them. Staff should wear gloves to carefully pour contents into the toilet, then wash the potty with hot soapy water, dry it, and store it upside down (to avoid contamination; never stack potties). Hands must be thoroughly washed after removing gloves. By following these child-specific hygiene practices, we prevent spread of infection among our youngest service users and ensure their care is delivered safely and respectfully.

Cleaning and Disinfection: Maintaining a clean environment in the service user’s home is vital for infection control. Care workers should regularly clean frequently-touched surfaces they come into contact with during visits (such as wheelchair or mobility equipment handles, handrails, bathroom surfaces after personal care, and any devices or aids used for care) using appropriate disinfectant wipes or cleaning solutions. Any spillages of bodily fluids (vomit, faeces, blood) must be cleaned up immediately with detergent and then disinfectant (following the manufacturer’s instructions, or using a chlorine-releasing solution if safe for the surface). We advise service users and their families on proper cleaning routines as part of care planning. If a service user is known to have an infection like norovirus or C. diff, extra attention is paid to cleaning toilets, commodes, and wash hand basins with bleach-based products to kill these tough germs. Laundry handling should also follow IPC precautions: soiled linens or clothes should be handled with gloves, kept separate from clean items, placed in a plastic bag for transport, and washed at the highest temperature appropriate for the fabric. Staff must never rinse soiled linens by hand or place them on the floor – instead, put them directly into a bag or container to be washed. In households with children, additional cleaning measures apply to toys and play areas. Toys that children handle frequently (especially if they put them in their mouths) should be cleaned regularly; hard plastic toys and equipment can be washed with detergent or a dilute bleach solution, and soft toys or fabric items should be machine-washed periodically. During an infectious illness outbreak, we increase cleaning frequency for items like toys, play mats, high-chair trays, and other surfaces children touch often. By keeping the home environment, care equipment, and the child’s personal items clean, we remove reservoirs where pathogens can survive or spread among both children and adults.

Waste Management: Contaminated waste (e.g. used dressings, used gloves, masks, and incontinence pads or soiled nappies) should be disposed of in a plastic rubbish bag, tied securely, and removed with the household waste according to local regulations. In many cases, double-bagging the waste and holding it for 72 hours before putting it out for collection is recommended for infectious material generated in home settings (this practice was advised in UKHSA’s COVID-19 domestic waste guidance). If local policies classify the waste as clinical waste (for example, large quantities of dressings or nappies from a client with an infection), we will follow those procedures – such as using yellow bags and arranging special collection. Sharps (like used needles from any client, including children on injectable medications) must go into a proper sharps container immediately; caregivers should never re-sheath needles or leave sharps unsecured. By disposing of waste safely – and teaching families (where appropriate) how to do so – we remove sources of contamination from the home environment.

Managing Infectious Diseases and Outbreaks: Care staff must be vigilant and respond quickly if they suspect an infection in a service user or themselves. If a service user shows symptoms of an infectious illness (e.g. fever, new cough, diarrhoea/vomiting, unexplained rashes), staff should don appropriate PPE and isolate the immediate area as much as possible while caring for the person. They should report the situation to their manager for further advice. For respiratory infections like COVID-19 or influenza: ensure the service user is supported to stay in a well-ventilated room away from others if feasible, and encourage them to wear a face mask (if tolerated) when carers or visitors are in close contact. (If the service user is a very young child or anyone else who cannot tolerate a mask, staff will focus on other measures like the staff themselves wearing masks and maximizing ventilation). Staff will follow current UKHSA guidance on testing and isolation – for example, if COVID-19 is suspected or confirmed, we will arrange a test if the person is eligible and take precautions as if positive until results are confirmed. If a service user is confirmed COVID-19 positive or has another serious contagious disease, we will adjust the care visit schedule to minimise contact (conducting only essential visits, with enhanced PPE) and notify other healthcare professionals involved as appropriate. Similarly, for norovirus or any gastrointestinal bug: if the client has active vomiting or diarrhoea, staff should wear gloves and apron for all contact, ensure meticulous hand washing with soap (alcohol gel alone is not effective in these cases), and advise the client to stay hydrated and to avoid contact with others. We may reschedule non-urgent visits or activities until 48 hours after the client’s symptoms resolve, to limit exposure. Service users who are colonised with MRSA (e.g. found to carry MRSA on their skin or in a wound) will be cared for with standard precautions – gloves, aprons, good hand hygiene – but they are not to be socially isolated or treated as “untouchable” in everyday life. MRSA colonisation alone does not harm healthy people, so carriers can continue normal activities without restriction. We will keep any wounds properly covered and dispose of dressings carefully, but otherwise encourage MRSA-positive clients to live as usual while we maintain hygiene. In all cases of a known or suspected infection, staff should also “team isolate” by dedicating specific equipment to that individual (to avoid sharing items between clients) and by doing extra cleaning of anything that must be used elsewhere.

Infections common in childhood are also considered in our IPC planning and responses. For example, chickenpox is a frequent contagious illness in young children. If a child in our care develops chickenpox (characterized by fever and a blistering rash), we will support their family to keep the child comfortable at home and away from group activities or community settings until they are no longer infectious – which is generally when all the chickenpox blisters have dried and crusted over (usually about 5 to 6 days after rash onset). People with chickenpox are infectious from roughly 2 days before the rash appears until the lesions crust; therefore, we take precautions to prevent exposing others during that period. Chickenpox can pose higher risks to certain individuals, such as pregnant women, newborn babies, or anyone with a weakened immune system. Staff will inform their manager immediately if a service user (or a staff member’s own household contact) has chickenpox, so that we can advise any colleagues or clients who might be at risk (while respecting confidentiality). We will liaise with public health authorities if needed – for instance, if a vulnerable person was exposed, they may require preventive treatment.

Other childhood infections we remain vigilant about include hand, foot and mouth disease and scarlet fever. Hand, foot and mouth disease is a common viral illness in children that causes mouth ulcers and spots on the hands and feet; it is generally mild and clears up in about a week. However, it spreads via direct contact with secretions (saliva, mucus, faeces) and can easily pass among young children who play closely together. During any case of hand, foot and mouth, we enforce strict hygiene – especially around nappy changing and cleaning of toys/surfaces – because the virus can be present in stool or saliva even after symptoms have gone, so continued vigilance is needed for a few weeks. We also advise pregnant staff or visitors to avoid close contact with an infected child when possible, as a precaution (high fever in early pregnancy rarely poses a risk, per health guidance). Scarlet fever is another infectious disease that primarily affects children, caused by Group A Streptococcus bacteria. It typically involves a sore throat, fever, and a red sandpapery rash. Scarlet fever is highly infectious, spreading through respiratory droplets and close contact (children can catch it from coughing, sneezing, or touching contaminated objects like shared toys). If we suspect a child has scarlet fever (for example, if they develop the characteristic rash and fever), we will advise the family to seek prompt medical attention, because scarlet fever is easily treated with antibiotics. A child diagnosed with scarlet fever should be kept home (away from school or group activities) until at least 24 hours after starting appropriate antibiotic treatment, as they are no longer contagious beyond that point. Our staff will use the usual droplet precautions – careful hand washing, wearing gloves and apron if coming into contact with a child’s respiratory secretions or rash – and will clean any surfaces or toys the child has recently used, to further prevent spread. We also stay alert for any other cases; scarlet fever is a notifiable disease in the UK. {{org_field_name}} will inform the local UKHSA Health Protection Team if an outbreak is suspected (for example, if two or more cases occur in the same time frame linked to our service), and we will follow any special guidance they provide. By recognizing and responding to these age-specific infection risks, we ensure that our infection control measures protect service users of all ages. In every situation – adult or child, at home or out in the community – staff will “think infection control” and implement the appropriate precautions to break the chain of infection.

By rigorously applying the above infection control measures, we break the chain of infection at multiple points – reducing the chance for pathogens to spread from one person or surface to another. Every staff member must treat infection control as part of routine care, not as an optional add-on. In practice, this means consistently using good hygiene and PPE for all service users (these standard precautions apply because anyone could be carrying germs unknowingly). When specific risks are identified, we add extra precautions as described. Through these proactive steps, {{org_field_name}} creates a safer environment for clients in their own homes and for our care teams.

4. Understanding Transmission Risks

To select the right precautions, staff must understand how infections spread. Most infections are transmitted via a few common routes:

Individual care plans and risk assessments will note any known or likely transmission risks specific to each person, and set the required precautions for staff and visitors. Children can sometimes amplify transmission risks because they have close physical contact during play and may not practice good hygiene on their own (for instance, young kids are less likely to cover coughs or might all touch the same toys). Staff should be mindful of this and implement extra diligence in environments with children – for example, cleaning shared toys regularly and helping children learn proper handwashing in an age-appropriate way. (It is known that younger children who play closely with peers are more prone to rapid spread of viruses like hand-foot-and-mouth, for example.) By understanding these routes of infection, our team can anticipate how an infection might spread in a given scenario and take action to block it.

5. Staff Responsibilities

Care Staff (Caregivers): All care workers are responsible for following this policy and the associated procedures at all times. Frontline staff must practice good infection control daily. This includes: performing hand hygiene correctly and frequently; using PPE as instructed for each task; cleaning up after providing care (for example, wiping down any surfaces touched during the visit); and safely disposing of waste. Care staff should remain vigilant for any signs of infection in service users (for example, new cough, fever, diarrhoea, vomiting, unexplained skin lesions or rashes) and promptly report these to their line manager so appropriate action can be taken. If a caregiver is unsure about the precautions needed for a particular situation, it is their responsibility to pause and seek guidance (e.g. contacting a supervisor or referring to our infection control manual) rather than proceeding in uncertainty. Staff must also report immediately if they themselves feel unwell or have symptoms of an infectious illness, and should refrain from working while contagious (per the sickness rules in Section 3 above). For instance, any employee with symptoms of a respiratory infection and fever should stay at home and inform management (and take a COVID-19 test if advised); those with vomiting or diarrhoea must not return to work until 48 hours after symptoms stop. Concealing an illness and coming to work is a serious breach of duty, as it endangers clients.

Care staff are expected to keep their uniform or work clothing clean and presentable. Uniforms should be changed daily and laundered at high temperature after each shift (or as soon as possible if they become contaminated during a visit). Staff should cover any cuts or wounds on their hands with waterproof dressings to prevent bacteria from those wounds contaminating care activities (and to protect the wound itself from infection). Additionally, all employees must cooperate with infection control monitoring activities (such as hand hygiene audits or spot checks) and attend required training (see Section 6). In summary, each caregiver has a duty of care to consistently implement infection prevention practices and to uphold the health and safety of clients and colleagues. By accepting employment with {{org_field_name}}, staff also accept accountability for adhering to this policy as part of their professional responsibilities. This extends to caring for clients of any age – for example, if assigned to support a child, the care worker should also model and teach basic hygiene habits appropriate to the child’s understanding (like guiding a child in washing hands or wiping their nose) as part of maintaining a safe environment.

Report Illness: If a staff member becomes ill or suspects they might be infectious, they must notify management as soon as possible. During office hours, call the Registered Manager or Infection Control Lead at {{org_field_phone_no}}. Outside office hours, call the out-of-hours line {{out_of_hours}} (which redirects to the on-call manager). Managers will ensure shifts are covered as needed. Staff should not return to work until the exclusion period has passed (per UKHSA guidance or as advised by a medical professional) and they feel well enough to resume duties. We encourage an environment of openness – no one should fear punitive action for reporting sickness or infection exposure. It is far better to err on the side of caution and protect our clients and coworkers from potential infection.

Management and Supervisors: Management personnel (including the Registered Manager, care coordinators, and field supervisors) are responsible for creating an environment that enables and enforces good infection control. Management will provide clear guidance, resources, and support to staff: for example, ensuring that this policy and related procedures are easily accessible; supplying adequate stocks of PPE, hand sanitiser, and cleaning materials for care staff; and scheduling work in a way that allows proper infection control (e.g. allowing enough time between client visits for handwashing, disinfecting equipment, and changing PPE). Leaders and supervisors must also lead by example – any manager or office staff who visit clients or observe caregivers in the field should scrupulously follow all IPC measures themselves.

Specific duties of management include conducting risk assessments for infection control (both general assessments and person-specific ones – e.g. identifying if a particular client is at higher risk of contracting infections or if their home environment poses any hygiene hazards, and planning care accordingly). Managers must also monitor compliance by staff: this may involve spot inspections of caregivers during visits, audits of documentation (to see that infection control actions like cleaning and waste disposal are recorded when required), and asking for client feedback regarding staff hygiene practices. If a staff member is found to be non-compliant (for instance, not washing hands or not wearing PPE properly), management will address it through supportive supervision and re-training; however, repeated or serious violations may lead to disciplinary action, since ignoring infection control protocols can put vulnerable people at risk. Management also ensures that incidents related to infection (such as an outbreak in a client’s home, or a staff member contracting a work-related infection) are properly reported, investigated, and learned from.

Another key responsibility is staying up-to-date on the latest public health guidance and updating our policies/practices as needed. For example, if UKHSA or NICE issues new guidelines for home care infection prevention, or if CQC updates its standards, the Registered Manager will incorporate those changes and inform the team promptly. (Recent examples include evolving COVID-19 guidelines, or new recommendations on managing Group A Strep infections in the community.) Lastly, managers should foster a culture of safety and openness where staff feel comfortable reporting problems (like insufficient supplies or an error in following an IPC procedure) so that these can be resolved in a blame-free manner. We promote a learning culture – identifying and fixing system issues or training gaps – rather than a blaming culture. By clearly defining these roles, we ensure there are “clear roles and responsibilities around infection prevention and control” within the organisation, which is a fundamental expectation of the Care Quality Commission. All staff, from junior carers to senior managers, must work in partnership, each fulfilling their part, to achieve the common goal of effective infection control.

6. Training and Education

Training in infection prevention and control is mandatory for all {{org_field_name}} staff to ensure they understand infection risks and know how to apply proper IPC practices. Every new employee will receive infection control training as part of their induction (initial training before or at the very start of delivering care). This induction training covers the basic principles of infection prevention in domiciliary care, including correct hand hygiene technique (with a practical demonstration of effective handwashing), proper use of PPE (donning and doffing gloves, aprons, masks correctly), safe waste disposal, cleaning procedures, and recognizing/reporting common infections (for example, how to spot signs of COVID-19, sepsis, or wound infection). We also educate staff on the rationale behind these practices – for example, explaining how infections spread in home settings and how our measures break the chain of infection – so they appreciate the importance of following protocols and not cutting corners.

In addition to the initial training, all care staff must attend annual refresher training in infection control. Yearly refreshers ensure that staff skills remain up-to-date and that any changes in guidance (for instance, new PPE recommendations or emerging disease threats) are communicated and implemented. The refreshers may be delivered as in-person workshops, e-learning modules, or practical competency assessments (such as observed hand washing audits), as appropriate. Our training program will also cover age-specific considerations so that caregivers are prepared to apply IPC measures in all scenarios – for example, training on safe nappy changing techniques, how to properly clean and sterilize children’s feeding bottles or medical equipment, and awareness of common paediatric infections and their prevention.

Specialized or additional training will be provided when needed. For example, during the COVID-19 pandemic or winter influenza season, we may run extra briefing sessions on specific measures (like how to fit-test and wear an N95/FFP3 respirator mask, or how to perform and interpret rapid antigen tests). If we introduce a new piece of equipment or a new disinfectant product, training will be given on its proper use. Records of all infection control training are maintained by management – each employee’s training dates and any certificates are logged, and renewal dates are monitored so that no one goes overdue. Supervisors will also perform on-the-job coaching and competency checks: they might quiz staff during spot checks (e.g. “Can you tell me the proper handwashing steps?”) or demonstrate techniques in the client’s home if improvements are needed. We encourage a learning environment where staff can ask questions and clarify doubts about infection control at any time. Educational posters and visual reminders (for example, hand hygiene posters or cough etiquette signs) may be provided to staff or even displayed in clients’ homes (with permission) to reinforce good practices daily. By investing in continuous training and education, we empower our team to maintain high IPC standards. Well-trained staff are confident and competent in preventing infection, which in turn reassures service users (and their families) that they are receiving safe, conscientious care.

7. Staff Vaccination Status

At {{org_field_name}}, we recognize that vaccination of our staff is a vital measure in reducing the risk of infectious disease transmission in domiciliary care settings. We are committed to promoting the highest possible levels of protection for both our staff and the people we support. Our approach to staff vaccination is as follows:

Service User Immunisations: In addition to staff vaccinations, {{org_field_name}} recognises the importance of immunisations for service users – particularly children and young people – as a key part of infection prevention. Many serious infectious diseases can be prevented through timely vaccination. We encourage the families of child service users to keep the child’s routine NHS immunisations up to date. The UK’s national routine childhood immunisation programme provides protection against illnesses such as measles, mumps, rubella (MMR vaccine), diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, polio, Haemophilus influenzae type b, meningococcal infections, and others. Achieving high levels of immunity against vaccine-preventable diseases is vital to reduce the spread of infection and prevent outbreaks in the community. While decisions about vaccination rest with the individual (or, for minors, their parent/guardian), our staff can support and educate service users as appropriate. For example, with consent, a care worker can remind a parent that a child’s vaccination is due, or help arrange and accompany a child to a GP clinic for immunisations if this is part of the care plan. We also incorporate the immunisation status of service users into our infection risk assessments. If a child or adult client is known to be unvaccinated or under-vaccinated for a highly contagious disease and there is an outbreak locally, we will take extra precautions to protect that client. For instance, if a measles outbreak occurs in the community and we support a young child who has not yet received the MMR vaccine, we will consult public health guidance and possibly advise temporarily avoiding taking that child to crowded community settings until the outbreak subsides, and ensure any staff working with them have confirmed immunity to measles if possible. Our aim is not to pry into personal healthcare decisions, but rather to uphold safety: by being aware of immunisation gaps, we can act to safeguard unprotected individuals and those around them. Overall, supporting vaccination uptake – for both our staff and clients – is part of how we uphold a robust infection prevention approach in line with public health guidance.

8. Monitoring and Compliance

{{org_field_name}} is committed to routinely monitoring infection control practices to ensure compliance with this policy and to identify areas for improvement. Several methods will be used to assess adherence:

9. Related Policies

Infection control is closely linked with other operational policies and procedures. Staff should be aware of and refer to the following related documents for further guidance:

(Note: The above list is not exhaustive. Other documents – such as our Medication Policy (which may address topics like antimicrobial stewardship or fridge temperature monitoring if medications like antibiotics are stored), Equipment Cleaning Protocols, or the Uniform/Dress Code Policy (which might address requirements like wearing short sleeves to allow thorough hand washing, not wearing false nails or hand jewellery that can harbour germs, etc.) – are also relevant. All these policies interconnect to promote overall safety and quality.)

10. Policy Review

This Infection Control Policy will be reviewed at least annually to ensure it remains up-to-date with current laws, regulations, and best practices. The Registered Manager (or designated Infection Control Lead) is responsible for initiating the review. The next scheduled review date is recorded on the policy document (typically 12 months from the last approval date). However, we will update the policy sooner if needed in response to significant changes – for example, if UKHSA or the Department of Health issues new guidance that affects domiciliary care (such as updated COVID-19 precautions, or new immunisation recommendations for children’s services), or if an internal audit or incident investigation identifies gaps that need to be addressed. When changes are made, all staff will be notified and given training or a briefing on any new requirements.

Managers will ensure that every care worker has read and understood the latest version of this policy (we may use a signature sheet or electronic confirmation as evidence of this). Additionally, {{org_field_name}} may involve staff in the review process by inviting feedback or suggestions based on their frontline experience – this helps keep the policy practical and effective. By regularly reviewing and updating our Infection Control Policy, {{org_field_name}} demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement and compliance with the latest standards. This proactive approach ensures that our infection prevention measures remain robust and that we continue to protect our service users (adults and children alike) and staff to the highest possible degree.

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