This essential module addresses the risks of occupational infections among healthcare workers, combining evidence-based strategies with practical solutions. Through expert-led sessions, participants will explore:
Featuring international faculty and real-world case studies, the program enables teams to reduce infections while balancing staff well-being and operational realities.
The estimated total time for the course is 20 to 25 hours.
Intended audience:
Designed for clinicians, IPC professionals, and healthcare administrators
Objectives:
The "HealthCare Worker Safety: Prevention of Occupational Infections in Clinical Settings" module aims to enhance awareness, knowledge, and practical skills related to preventing and managing occupational infections in healthcare environments. This program brings together experts to discuss key infectious risks, risk assessment strategies, the role of personal protective equipment, vaccination, environmental controls, and training initiatives. By focusing on real-world case studies and emerging innovations, the module aims to equip healthcare professionals with the tools they need to create a safer working environment for both staff and patients and reduce infection risks.
Course coordinators:
Emine Alp Meşe
Department of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology, Medical Faculty, Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University
Ermira Tartari
Faculty of Health Sciences, Mater Dei Hospital, Malta
Organisers:
EUCIC/Turkish Society of Hospital Infections and Control (TSHIC) / ESGNI
Accreditation:
ESCMID office will apply for EACCME accreditation.
Certification:
Course organisers will monitor attendance. Only participants attending sessions will be able to receive the certification.