4.1 Explain own role in supporting others to follow practices that reduce the spread of infection.

Qualification: Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
Unit: Promote Health, Safety and Wellbeing in Care Settings
Learning outcome: Be able to reduce the spread of infection.
Assessment criteria: 4.1 Explain own role in supporting others to follow practices that reduce the spread of infection.

• As a senior staff member, you will have a role in supporting others to follow practices that reduce the spread of infection. This could include:
  • Ensuring staff have sufficient training
  • Providing advice and guidance
  • Challenging unsafe or unsanitary practices
  • Ensuring staff are clear about their own role and responsibilities
  • Role-modeling best practices