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Infection & WASH Readiness

Medium 17 items · 30 min
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testuser Published 2 months ago
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Practical checklist to prepare health facilities and response teams for infection prevention and safe water, sanitation and hygiene during emergencies. Useful for facility managers, emergency coordinators, and frontline staff who need quick, actionable steps. Inspired by World Health Organization guidelines. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.

Inspired by World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional where applicable.

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  1. Verify emergency IPC and WASH plan is accessible — Ensure the plan lists roles, escalation steps, and key contacts.
  2. Confirm designated isolation areas and routes — Identify rooms, entrances and patient flow for suspected cases.
  3. Train staff on core IPC and WASH procedures — Cover hand hygiene, PPE use, waste handling, and water safety.
  4. Set up hand hygiene stations near care and entry points — Place stations at reception, triage, and patient care areas.
  5. Stock stations with alcohol-based hand rub — Use rubs with at least 60% alcohol where soap isn't available.
  6. Provide soap and single-use towels at sinks — Ensure liquid soap and disposable towels or air dryers.
  7. Inspect water supply and storage systems — Check source, storage tanks, pumps and delivery points.
  8. Test water for contamination or turbidity — Perform basic tests or request lab verification if available.
  9. Ensure functioning sanitation facilities are available — Provide clean toilets, separate staff/patient where possible.
  10. Arrange proper waste segregation and safe disposal — Separate sharps, infectious and general waste per standard colors.
  11. Run a short response drill to test readiness — Simulate a suspected case and review response times.
  12. Stock essential PPE and check minimum inventory — Confirm masks, gloves, gowns and eye protection levels.
  13. Set up cleaning and disinfection schedules for high-touch areas — List tasks, frequency, and responsible staff members.
  14. Put up clear IPC and WASH signage and instructions — Display handwashing steps and PPE guidance in visible spots.
  15. Establish a simple hand hygiene monitoring routine — Assign observers and feedback loops for improvement.
  16. Confirm communication lines for reporting and support — List hotlines, facility leads and external partners.
  17. Review and update supplier and laboratory contact list — Include water, sanitation, PPE and testing contacts.
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