12. Infection Control and Healthcare Waste

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12.1	The practice ensures the practice has and follows active infection control procedures aligned to NZS 8134:2021 and AS/NZS 4815:2006 (if reprocessing reusable medical devices). Evidence Documented policies and procedures aligned with infection control standards. A designated infection prevention and control lead. Completed Infection prevention and control team training and induction. The practice monitors the effectiveness of each sterilisation cycle. The practice ensures current calibration and validation of the steriliser(s). Completed team sterilisation training records as applicable	Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) - see all policies in section Cleaning, Disinfecting, and Sterilising Health and Safety Induction
12.2	The practice ensures it has and follows active health care waste management procedures aligned to local bylaws and NZS 4304:2002. Evidence Documented policies and procedures aligned with standards and local bylaws for management of health care waste Describe how these policies, and procedures are followed. Puncture-resistant sharps containers display biohazard symbols in accordance with NZS 4304:2002. Describe the location, use and disposal of puncture-resistant containers. Completed team training/induction records as applicable.	Sharps Safety Waste Management

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