Infection control remains one of the most scrutinized areas during surveys. January is the ideal time to conduct a comprehensive review of your Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP) and ensure that all components are functioning as intended.
Key areas to evaluate include:
- Annual competency validation for hand hygiene, PPE use, and adherence to transmission‑based precautions
- Surveillance systems and documentation practices
- Trends in infections from the previous year
- Environmental cleaning and disinfection processes
- Immunization program for residents and staff
- Policy updates based on new guidance – are you sure you’re current with expectations?
Surveyors expect facilities to demonstrate not only compliance, but also ongoing evaluation and improvement. A strong January review helps ensure your program is both current and effective, which is why we’re highlighting it on Day 3 of our 12 Days of Compliance series on the CMSCG Blog.
New Year Compliance Check:
When was your last IC competency audit?
Need assistance reviewing your infection control program? CMS Compliance Group offers comprehensive IPCP evaluations.
