ACMINF501 — Develop organisational infection control guidelines for animal care workplaces

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32 assessable components: 5 elements (19 performance criteria), 3 performance evidence and 5 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 5 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Research requirements for developing infection control guidelines

1.1Access and interpret key features of regulations or industry requirements impacting on the organisation
1.2Collate and evaluate information on biosecurity and infection control relevant to the organisation and animal species kept
1.3Source sample documentation for policies, procedures and supporting documentation suitable for use in own organisation
1.4Decide on a format and style for documenting the guidelines suitable for the audiences within the organisation

2 Assess infection control risks for organisation

2.1Assess and categorise risks involved in infection prevention and control relevant to the organisation and animal species kept
2.2Review and prioritise outcomes of the risk assessment with relevant personnel and incorporate feedback
2.3Decide on key infection control measures according to workplace practices
2.4Ensure the aims and objectives of the infection control measures conform to legislative requirements and current best practice

3 Document infection control guidelines

3.1Document workplace policies, procedures and related documentation for infection prevention and control, including emergency procedures, relevant to organisation size and operation
3.2Define and allocate infection prevention and control responsibilities
3.3Implement infection control reporting procedures across the organisation
3.4Develop a schedule to review and update all documentation in line with organisational practices

4 Implement infection control guidelines

4.1Communicate infection prevention and control systems, procedures and responsibilities to relevant individuals
4.2Support infection control implementation by developing resources and facilitating training
4.3Monitor day-to-day effectiveness of infection prevention and control procedures and address issues of concern
4.4Record relevant information and data for future evaluation of the guidelines

5 Review and evaluate infection control guidelines

5.1Collect and analyse data related to organisational performance for infection control
5.2Use analysis of infection control data to evaluate the effectiveness of guidelines, in consultation with others to maximise infection control
5.3Update organisational infection control guidelines incorporating improvements identified in review process

Performance evidence

carried out an infection control risk assessment for at least one organisation or workplace
developed, documented and implemented at least two infection control policies and four procedures for an organisation, covering: - basic safety, hygiene and personal protective equipment (PPE) for workers/team members - overview of clinical signs of common infectious diseases for relevant animal species - movement of animals into, around and out of workplace - movement of vehicles, equipment, feed, and bedding - movement of people visiting or working at the workplace - pests and contaminants - quarantine and protective barriers at workplace - waste management practices - water supply and storage - emergency procedures - recording and reporting
reviewed and updated the infection control guidelines based on information and data collected, collated and analysed over a period of at least three months.

Knowledge evidence

infection control guidelines covering: - safety, hygiene and PPE - movement of animals into, around and out of workplace - quarantine and isolation protocols, including protective barriers at workplace - movement of vehicles, equipment, feed, and bedding - movement of people visiting or working at the workplace - water supply and storage - pests and contaminants - waste management practices - emergency procedures including natural disasters and accidents - recording and reporting - staff vaccinations/immunisation
process for infection control risk assessment, including: - identify and control risks where possible - prepare for risks beyond control - respond and recover from an incident or crisis
overview of clinical signs of common diseases for relevant animal species and organisation
features of an infection control guidelines, including: - goals and objectives - roles and responsibilities of staff - contact details for relevant people and organisations - recording forms - visitor register, husbandry records, register of movements - emergency animal disease (EAD) action plan - Australian Veterinary Emergency Plan (AUSVETPLAN) for specific diseases - responsibilities under relevant animal welfare and health and safety regulations and codes of practice
purpose, features and benefits of guidelines, including: - policy and procedures - format and templates for policies, procedures and associated documentation - methods of analysing data and trends and the importance of systematic review to improving guidelines - importance of ensuring that guidelines and modifications are implemented and disseminated.

Foundation skills

Oral communication: Use active listening skills and questioning techniques to obtain and clarify information about infection prevention and control Explain terminology, principles and concepts related to infection control to convey information appropriate to audience
Writing: Prepare succinct documents that use clear language and sequenced instructions
Navigate the world of work: Recognise the importance of infection prevention and control to the organisation and industry and the need for compliance with regulatory requirements Work independently and collectively, taking responsibility for developing guidelines for infection prevention and control
Interact with others: Select and use appropriate written and verbal communication practices to convey information to a range of personnel
Get the work done: Plan, sequence and prioritise multiple tasks to achieve outcomes Use routine business technologies and systems to access, prepare and communicate information

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