Auckland Workshop

An infection control update: Preparing for Influenza and other Emerging and Existing Infectious Diseases.

A Ministry of Health funded initiative.

Presenters: Karen Davis and Francie Morgan -  Experienced Infection Control Nurse Specialists.

09:00 - 09:05:
Welcome and introduction.

09:05 - 10:00:
Influenza and emerging infectious diseases.Francie Morgan

10:00 - 10:15:
Morning tea.

10:15 - 11:15:
Isolation precautions and correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE)  - A practical session. Francie Morgan

11:15 - 12:00:
Environmental contamination: Principles of cleaning and disinfection. Karen Davis

12:00 - 12:45:
Lunch (provided).

12:45 - 13:45:
The New Zealand Influenza Pandemic Plan - A framework for action. (April 2010 Guideline): What do you need to consider in your workplace? Karen Davis

13:45 - 14:15:
The latest on hand hygiene: presented by (To Be Confirmed)

14:15 - 14:45:
Electronic learning: Introducing the Ministry of Health's Infection Prevention and Control self-learning program: Karen Davis

14:45 - 15:00:
Question time and evaluations.

15:00:
Finish.

Program may be subject to change.