Training

This CPD module relates to the following GDC outcomes:
A - Effective communication with patients, the dental team and others across dentistry, including when obtaining consent, dealing with complaints, and raising concerns when patients are at risk.
B – Effective management of self and effective management of others or effective work with others in the dental team, in the interests of patients providing constructive leadership where appropriate.
C – Maintenance and development of your knowledge and skills within your field(s) of practice.
D – Maintenance of skills, behaviours and attitudes which maintain patient confidence in your and the dental professions and put patients’ interests first.

This CPD aims to provide an overview of the roles and responsibilities of the infection control lead including the audits and validation of decontamination equipment.

This module will help you to:

• Explain the roles and responsibilities of the lead dental nurse in decontamination
• Discuss the audits to be carried out for cross infection and decontamination following HTM 01-05 guidelines
• Explain the validation of equipment used in the decontamination room
• Explain practice polices and procedures in relation to infection control
• Explain how to complete staff induction training and requirements