Hi folks! This was was designed to support new and experienced managers, as well as team members that are part of their IPAC working group within MCCSS homes. We have organized the page with relevant guidance documents and resources reflective of various respiratory and non-respiratory infections, as well as key legislative documents to guide IPAC policies and procedures.

For any new managers or IPAC team members, we have highlighted the main documents under each section as starting point to support you in your orientation and understanding of your role.

Please contact the hub if you are interested in having us visit for a walk around, support during outbreaks, mentorship with developing policies, or providing tailored education sessions for your residents, staff, and visitors.

How to Use this Page: Please click on the arrow beside the subheading to open up a drop down menu to access any supporting documents, videos, or links to best practice guidelines.

1. IPAC Program Implementation & Staff Education

Governing Legislation

Infection Control Planning & Occupational Health

Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement

Educational Opportunities

2. Identifying Cases & Testing Information

Disease Information (Respiratory, GI, and Antibiotic Resistant Organisms)

Specimen Collection, Transportation, Handling, and Storage

3. Outbreak Reporting & Review of Guidance Documents

Guidance Documents

Transmission Mitigation

Outbreak Reporting

Collaboration with External Agencies

4. Implementing IPAC Practices

Hand Hygiene

Standard and Transmission-Based Precautions