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Standards for infection prevention and control – accountability and reporting

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Effective infection and prevention control (IPC) is grounded in clear accountability and lines of responsibility; the establishment of clinical standards while essential, is not sufficient. The... More ≫

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Effective infection and prevention control (IPC) is grounded in clear accountability and lines of responsibility; the establishment of clinical standards while essential, is not sufficient. The purpose of these standards is to promote clarity in regard to the roles and responsibilities of key positions in Alberta Health Services, including senior executives, and medical officers of health with regard to this important aspect of client, worker and public safety. The accountability and reporting standards in this document apply to IPC matters.

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Standards for single-use medical devices : as applied to critical and semi-critical medical devices

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These standards have been developed for use in all health care facilities and settings and apply to critical and semi-critical medical devices. They have been developed with input from experts... More ≫

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These standards have been developed for use in all health care facilities and settings and apply to critical and semi-critical medical devices. They have been developed with input from experts including an infectious disease physician, infection prevention and control professionals, public health professionals and the Health Quality Council of Alberta.

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Ambulance Vehicle Standards Code January 2010

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Part 1 of this code contains the minimum ambulance vehicle standards, while Part 2 sets out the testing requirements and procedures that must be followed to demonstrate compliance with the minimum... More ≫

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Part 1 of this code contains the minimum ambulance vehicle standards, while Part 2 sets out the testing requirements and procedures that must be followed to demonstrate compliance with the minimum ambulance vehicle standards set out in Part 1.

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Continuing care health service standards [2008]

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The intent of the Continuing Care Health Service Standards is to identify standards for the provision of quality continuing care health services that take into consideration the individual needs,... More ≫

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The intent of the Continuing Care Health Service Standards is to identify standards for the provision of quality continuing care health services that take into consideration the individual needs, preferences and abilities of each client. The standards are divided into two parts: A. Putting Individuals First: Providing Quality Continuing Care Health Services. B. Quality Improvement and Quality Assurance. This version of the standards is a result of consultations with the regional health authorities, continuing care operators/agencies, professional associations and other stakeholders in November, 2007 with the intent to clarify language and accountability.

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Continuing care health service standards [2007]

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The intent of the Continuing Care Health Service Standards is to identify standards for the provision of quality continuing care health services that take into consideration the individual needs,... More ≫

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The intent of the Continuing Care Health Service Standards is to identify standards for the provision of quality continuing care health services that take into consideration the individual needs, preferences and abilities of each client. The standards are divided into two parts: A. Putting Individuals First: Providing Quality Continuing Care Health Services. B. Quality Improvement and Quality Assurance. These standards were developed as a result of the public consultations undertaken by the MLA Task Force on Continuing Care Health Service and Accommodation Standards in 2005.

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Continuing care health service standards [2006]

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The intent of the Continuing Care Health Service Standards is to identify standards for the provision of quality continuing care health services that take into consideration the individual needs,... More ≫

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The intent of the Continuing Care Health Service Standards is to identify standards for the provision of quality continuing care health services that take into consideration the individual needs, preferences and abilities of each client. The standards are divided into two parts: A. Putting Individuals First: Providing Quality Continuing Care Health Services. B. Quality Improvement and Quality Assurance. These standards were developed as a result of the public consultations undertaken by the MLA Task Force on Continuing Care Health Service and Accommodation Standards in 2005. These standards replace the 'Basic Service Standards for Long-Term Care Facilities', released in April 1995.

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Health standards and guidelines for barbering and hairstyling

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Outlines and reviews the infection prevention techniques that are critical in reducing the risk of disease transmission by barbering and hairstyling services.

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Health standards and guidelines for esthetics

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Outlines the health standards and guidelines for personal services which provide makeup and facials, manicures and pedicures, and body waxing. The document reviews the basic procedures used in... More ≫

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Outlines the health standards and guidelines for personal services which provide makeup and facials, manicures and pedicures, and body waxing. The document reviews the basic procedures used in esthetics and the infection prevention techniques that are critical in reducing the risk of disease transmission.

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Health standards and guidelines for electrolysis

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This standard outlines infection prevention techniques that are critical in reducing the risk of disease transmission during the electrolysis procedure.

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Health standards and guidelines for tattooing

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This standard outlines infection prevention techniques that are critical in reducing the risk of disease transmission during the tattooing procedure.

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