Online CPD

This CPD module relates to the following GDC outcomes:
A - Effective communication with patients, the dental team and others across dentistry, including when obtaining consent, dealing with complaints, and raising concerns when patients are at risk.
B – Effective management of self and effective management of others or effective work with others in the dental team, in the interests of patients providing constructive leadership where appropriate.
C – Maintenance and development of your knowledge and skills within your field(s) of practice.
D – Maintenance of skills, behaviours and attitudes which maintain patient confidence in your and the dental professions and put patients’ interests first.

Updated - 20/03/2024

Next Update - 20/03/2025

This CPD aims to provide an overview of the roles and responsibilities of the infection control lead including the audits and validation of decontamination equipment.

• Explain the roles and responsibilities of the lead dental nurse in decontamination
• Discuss the audits to be carried out for cross infection and decontamination following HTM 01-05 guidelines
• Explain the validation of equipment used in the decontamination room
• Explain practice polices and procedures in relation to infection control
• Explain how to complete staff induction training and requirements