Basic principles of infection control for environmental services cleaning decontamination and disinfection processes

The scientific committee observed there is a learning need about Infection Prevention and Control in Home Care settings as follows:

• Shortage of knowledge about the basic principles of infection control, including modes of transmission, the importance of hand hygiene, and the role of environmental cleaning in preventing healthcare-associated infections.
• Lack of information about the surfaces and objects in patient care areas are considered high-touch is crucial for effective cleaning and disinfection
• Limited understanding of the techniques for cleaning surfaces in patient care areas, including the use of appropriate cleaning agents, tools, and equipment.
• Weak awareness about the different types of disinfectants, their appropriate uses, and their efficacy against specific pathogens.
• Deficit clarification about the special considerations in cleaning, decontamination, and disinfection, such as handling

• Clarify the importance of cleaning, decontamination, and disinfection processes in patient care areas.
• Identify the key differences between cleaning, decontamination, and disinfection.
• Recognize common pathogens and the risks they pose in healthcare settings.
• Describe the proper procedures for cleaning patient care areas, including surfaces, equipment, and linens.
• Explain the principles of decontamination and the appropriate use of perso