This session will highlight best practices for building a robust and responsive cross-disciplinary infection control program that has the buy-in and support of all key stakeholders within a correctional system. Additionally, it will highlight the importance of applying quality assurance frameworks to infection prevention and control.

Educational Objectives

• Identify the security challenges posed by infection prevention and control protocols in correctional settings
• Discuss creative approaches to overcoming the health and safety challenges posed by security procedures
• Describe how a multidisciplinary team can work cross-functionally to prevent and control the spread of infectious disease

Level Intermediate