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Infection Control Risk Assessment for Australia

Infection Control Risk Assessment Template for Australia

This document serves as a comprehensive template for conducting infection control risk assessments in Australian healthcare and related facilities. It provides a structured framework aligned with Australian healthcare standards, Work Health and Safety regulations, and relevant state/territory health requirements. The template enables systematic evaluation of infection risks, documentation of control measures, and development of action plans while ensuring compliance with Australian healthcare accreditation requirements and national infection control guidelines. It includes both mandatory and optional sections to accommodate different healthcare settings and specific risk scenarios.

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What is a Infection Control Risk Assessment?

The Infection Control Risk Assessment Template has been developed to assist Australian healthcare and related facilities in conducting thorough and standardized infection control risk assessments. This document is essential for maintaining compliance with the Australian Guidelines for the Prevention and Control of Infection in Healthcare (2019), Work Health and Safety Act 2011, and relevant state/territory health regulations. The template should be used when evaluating new procedures, reviewing existing protocols, assessing facility changes, or conducting periodic risk reviews. It incorporates current best practices in infection prevention and control, providing a systematic approach to identifying, assessing, and managing infection risks while ensuring appropriate documentation for regulatory compliance and accreditation purposes.

What sections should be included in a Infection Control Risk Assessment?

1. Facility Information: Basic details about the healthcare facility, including name, location, type of facility, and responsible infection control personnel

2. Assessment Details: Date of assessment, assessor details, areas/departments being assessed, and type of assessment (initial/periodic/post-incident)

3. Risk Assessment Matrix: Standardized risk evaluation framework showing likelihood vs consequences, aligned with AS/NZS ISO 31000:2009 Risk Management Standards

4. Environmental Risk Factors: Assessment of physical environment factors including ventilation, water systems, cleaning protocols, and waste management

5. Clinical Risk Factors: Evaluation of patient care activities, invasive procedures, and potential exposure to infectious agents

6. Staff Risk Assessment: Assessment of staff infection control practices, PPE protocols, and training requirements

7. Control Measures: Current and proposed infection control measures, including engineering controls, administrative controls, and PPE

8. Action Plan: Detailed plan for implementing recommended control measures, including responsibilities and timeframes

9. Monitoring and Review: Schedule and procedures for monitoring effectiveness of control measures and reviewing the risk assessment

What sections are optional to include in a Infection Control Risk Assessment?

1. Construction/Renovation Assessment: Used when assessing infection control risks during construction or renovation projects in healthcare facilities

2. Specialized Department Assessment: For specific high-risk areas such as operating theaters, isolation rooms, or sterile processing departments

3. Outbreak Management: Additional section for facilities requiring specific outbreak prevention and response protocols

4. Equipment Risk Assessment: For facilities with specialized medical equipment requiring specific infection control measures

5. Contractor/Visitor Controls: Used when external personnel regularly access the facility

6. Research/Laboratory Considerations: For facilities conducting research or laboratory operations with additional biosafety requirements

What schedules should be included in a Infection Control Risk Assessment?

1. Schedule A: Risk Assessment Tools: Detailed risk assessment matrices and scoring tools

2. Schedule B: Infection Control Checklists: Standard checklists for different areas and procedures

3. Schedule C: PPE Requirements Matrix: Detailed matrix of required PPE for different procedures and risk levels

4. Schedule D: Cleaning and Disinfection Protocols: Detailed cleaning protocols for different areas and situations

5. Appendix 1: Relevant Guidelines and Standards: Reference list of applicable standards, guidelines, and legislation

6. Appendix 2: Incident Report Forms: Ƶ for reporting infection control incidents and breaches

7. Appendix 3: Training Requirements: Matrix of required infection control training for different staff categories

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Ƶ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

Australia

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Sector

Cost

Free to use
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Relevant Industries

Healthcare

Aged Care

Medical Research

Dental Services

Allied Health Services

Pathology Services

Hospital Services

Day Surgery Centers

Primary Healthcare

Medical Device Manufacturing

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Biotechnology

Clinical Research Organizations

Healthcare Education

Relevant Teams

Infection Prevention and Control

Clinical Governance

Quality Assurance

Risk Management

Occupational Health and Safety

Environmental Services

Clinical Operations

Sterile Services

Nursing Administration

Medical Administration

Facilities Management

Compliance and Audit

Staff Development

Policy and Procedures

Relevant Roles

Infection Control Coordinator

Clinical Risk Manager

Facility Manager

Quality Assurance Manager

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

Clinical Nurse Manager

Department Director

Medical Director

Nurse Unit Manager

Sterile Services Manager

Environmental Services Manager

Healthcare Compliance Officer

Clinical Governance Manager

Senior Infection Prevention Practitioner

Workplace Health and Safety Manager

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