This course is designed to teach dental professionals about infection control in dentistry, covering topics such as the chain of infection, bacteria, viruses, fungi, and prions. The course also covers hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, disinfection techniques, sharps safety, immunisation, environmental control, and best practices for decontamination, transportation of instruments, manual and ultrasonic cleaning, washer disinfectors, sterilisation methods, and dental waste management. Additionally, the course provides information on the design and zoning of decontamination rooms, spillage management, single-use devices, and validation and record-keeping requirements. By completing this course, dental professionals will be able to understand and implement best practices for infection control in dental practices, ensuring safety and compliance with legislation and guidance.
