Infection Prevention and Control
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Infection prevention and control (IPC) is a fundamental aspect of Health and Safety management within a healthcare environment. Consequently, this Infection Prevention and Control topic is included separately within the Practice Support Manual. The topic provides information about infection prevention and control in a dental practice setting, covering areas such as decontamination, hand hygiene, health clearance and immunisation, occupational exposure management and control of legionella.