Online CPD

Module 3 of the cross-infection control CPD topic explores the layout of the clinical and wider environment in the dental practice. This includes understanding essential and best practice guidelines and the relationship between ergonomics, good working procedures and increased infection control.

This CPD module provides you with 2 hours GDC verifiable CPD.

This CPD module relates to GDC development outcome C.

Last reviewed:

Review due: June 2023

The aims of this module are to understand best and essential practice in relation to room layouts and the concept of zoning.

• Differentiate between and describe best and essential practice in relation to room layouts
• Define ergonomics and link to how it can lead to better cross-infection processes
• State the need for reduction in clutter
• Define the concept of zoning
• List the specifications for other non-work surfaces