Together we can fight infection
Hospital infections could be introduced and spread by anybody. Picking up an infection not only causes additional pain and anxiety, but also results in extra treatment and prolonged hospitalization. To obtain your collaboration which is necessary for reducing hospital infection risks and providing a clean and safe environment for patient care, this information presents guidelines which you could follow to prevent and control the spread of infection, in protection of yourself and vulnerable individuals.
Planning Stage
Before launching any types of construction, renovation or demolition, risk assessments and comprehensive planning should be conducted with the hospital’s Estate Department, and a contractor permit should be obtained from the Estate Department or the Infection Control Unit (if required) in advance of commencing any construction works.
Preparation Stage
Adequate barrier system and ventilation control measures should be established to minimize the flow of airborne particles or pollutants.
Execution Stage
Site responsible person should monitor the activities regarding the implementation and functioning of environmental infection control and prevention measures. All construction works must be stopped upon any hazardous infection control risks induced and corrective actions must then be taken immediately.
Comply with the hospital’s infection control policy
All individuals who enter the hospital premises are required to adhere to the current infection control policy/ measures implemented by the hospital.
Produced by Union Hospital
The above information is for reference only. Please consult your doctor for details.
Union Hospital reserves the RIGHT to amend this information without prior notification.
Effective since 01-02-2024 (v2)
