The Commission is now operating in accordance with the Caretaker Conventions pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election.

Preventing and controlling infection

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Consumer outcome

My risk of getting or spreading an infection is assessed and minimised.

Intention of this standard

Evidence-based processes are used to prevent and control infections. Patients presenting with, or with risk factors for, infection or colonisation with an organism of local, national or global significance are identified promptly, and receive the necessary management and treatment. The healthcare service is clean and hygienic.

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