What has been published
The UK Health Security Agency has published a consolidated infection prevention and control resource commissioned by the Department of Health and Social Care. Released on 28 October, it updates and brings together existing guidance for adult social care.
The resource covers standard and transmission-based precautions, outbreak recognition and reporting, staff health, and infection risks connected with everyday care and clinical interventions. It includes adaptations for support delivered in a person's home.
Why providers may want to review it
The publication offers a common reference point when reviewing existing arrangements. The relevant sections will differ by setting and the care people receive.
The source updates existing guidance. This summary does not establish a new statutory deadline or replace setting-specific professional advice.
Points to consider
CQCaudit interpretation for a provider’s own review.
- Identify which sections apply to your service and its existing IPC arrangements.
- Check whether policy and training references point to the relevant current guidance.
- Record any review actions, responsible people and how completion will be checked.
Read the original sources
- UK Health Security Agency and Department of Health and Social CareInfection prevention and control (IPC) in adult social care (ASC) Published · Checked
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