UK Dental Practice Cross-Infection Control Checklist

Comprehensive UK dental practice cross-infection control checklist.

  • Industry: Healthcare
  • Frequency: Daily
  • Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Role: Dental Nurse/Practice Manager
  • Total Items: 21
  • Compliance: HTM 01-05, CQC Regulation 12, GDC Standards

Hand Hygiene

Hand washing

  • Liquid soap available?
  • Alcohol gel available?
  • Emollient hand cream available?

PPE

Protective equipment

  • Single-use gloves available?
  • Face masks available?
  • Eye protection available?

Decontamination

Instrument processing

  • Ultrasonic cleaner working?
  • Autoclave tested (daily cycle)?
  • Instrument pouches sealed?

Surface Disinfection

Cleaning

  • Clinical surfaces disinfected between patients?
  • Barrier film changed?

Infection Prevention & Control

Infection control per CDC/Joint Commission

  • Hand hygiene compliance observed?
  • Isolation precautions followed correctly?
  • Sharps containers not overfilled?
  • Appropriate PPE available and used?

Patient Safety Verification

Patient identification and safety protocols

  • Two-patient-identifier protocol followed?
  • Fall risk assessment completed?
  • Bed in low position with rails up?

Medication Safety

Medication administration and storage safety

  • Medications stored securely?
  • Controlled substance count accurate?
  • No expired medications in stock?

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Why Use This UK Dental Practice Cross-Infection Control Checklist?

This uk dental practice cross-infection control checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for dental nurse/practice manager professionals, this checklist covers 21 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.

Ensures compliance with HTM 01-05, CQC Regulation 12, GDC Standards. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the UK Dental Practice Cross-Infection Control Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 21 inspection items across 7 sections: Hand Hygiene, PPE, Decontamination, Surface Disinfection, Infection Prevention & Control, Patient Safety Verification, Medication Safety. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 15-20 minutes.

Who should use this UK Dental Practice Cross-Infection Control Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Dental Nurse/Practice Manager professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.

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