Assessment Requirements for HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control

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Assessment Requirements for HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control

Modification History

Not applicable.

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:

implement precautions for infection prevention and control according to national standards and guidelines on three different occasions, each responding to a different identified infection risk, including:

carrying out hand hygiene procedures as relevant to the infection risk

selecting and using correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

using correct cleaning and waste management procedures

respond to three instances of exposure to infection risk, including:

at least one instance that involves management of exposure to blood or body fluids

documenting and reporting the incident and response

identifying and managing clean and contaminated zones.

Knowledge Evidence

Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:

established national standards and guidelines for the prevention and control of infection

types of infectious risks in the work environment and associated management to prevent and reduce harm

causes of infection, including:

classifications of microorganisms – bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites

process of colonisation, infection and disease

transmission of infectious agents as per the chain of infection including:

infectious agent:

degree of pathogen exposure

reservoir:

people, animals and birds

other vectors

blood and body fluids

food, water and soil

waste

portal of exit

transmission:

direct contact including contact, droplet and airborne

indirect contact including surface or object contamination, penetrating injuries and vectors (animal, insect or parasite)

portal of entry

susceptible hosts:

factors that increase susceptibility to infection

personal hygiene practices:

personal care and cleanliness

use of clean clothing or uniform

management and laundering of work clothing

not attending work when ill

safe respiratory and cough etiquette

principles of hand hygiene:

hand care, including guidelines on maintaining intact skin, fingernails and jewellery or watches

hand hygiene procedures:

identifying when hand hygiene is required

identifying correct hand hygiene product

hand hygiene technique

procedure for applying alcohol-based hand rub

when to perform hand hygiene with soap and water rather than alcohol-based hand rub

precautions where there are breaks in the skin or skin conditions

5 moments of hand hygiene

safe and effective use of different types and grades of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including:

masks

gloves

protective eyewear and face shields

gowns and aprons

techniques and sequence for applying, fitting and removing PPE

preventing contamination while applying, wearing and removing PPE

safe disposal of PPE after use

cleaning procedures:

routine environment and equipment cleaning

enhanced cleaning

reprocessing of reusable equipment or instruments

managing a blood or body fluid spill

management of linen and clothing

principles of asepsis relevant to the job role

waste management procedures:

disposal of general waste

safe handling and disposal of contaminated waste

safe handling and disposal of sharps

organisational policies and procedures for:

managing exposure incidents

recording and documenting risks and incidents

reporting risks and incidents

parties to whom reports may be made:

supervisor

general practitioner

health care professional

carer

responsible person

responsible authority.

Assessment Conditions

Skills must be demonstrated in the work setting with the addition of simulations and scenarios where the full range of contexts and situations cannot be provided in the work setting or may occur only rarely.

Assessment must ensure use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

national standards and guidelines for infection prevention and control and hand hygiene

relevant Commonwealth state or territory legislation and industry frameworks

hand hygiene facilities and equipment

personal protective equipment

waste and waste disposal equipment

areas, equipment and supplies for cleaning

organisational policies and procedures.

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations’ requirements for assessors.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=ced1390f-48d9-4ab0-bd50-b015e5485705