Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) for Healthcare Construction Courses

The Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) for Healthcare Construction training explains the importance of construction-specific infection controls and Best Management Practices for use in healthcare settings. 

Construction, renovation and repair activities in hospital and healthcare facilities are likely to create and/or disturb particles, and cause them to become aerosolized. Patients with suppressed immune systems are especially susceptible to developing potentially life-threatening infections if appropriate precautions are not understood.

The participant will be introduced to the ICRA matrix tool and standard risk mitigation recommendations including typical equipment and supplies used. The training provides individuals a base to conduct activities that minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). 

An introductory 1-hour course is appropriate for anyone involved in construction of healthcare facilities, from constructions workers to clinical staff, who want to learn the basics about ICRA. Advanced, longer training courses are necessary for those in leadership or supervisory roles, including facility managers, project managers, construction superintendents, foremen, and trade contractors.