The Intersection of healthcare construction and Infection Control Risk Assessments-

Completing Infection Control Risk Assessments (ICRAs) by the Infection Preventionist (IP) in healthcare construction projects is essential to minimizing the risk of infection transmission and contamination. Regulatory rules and regulations require ICRAs to be performed at the beginning phase of the project and that the IP be involved in all planning and completion phases, including debriefing. Measurements include implementing temporary barriers to separate construction areas from patient care areas, minimizing the generation and spread of dust and debris, and ensuring that all construction materials and equipment are properly cleaned and disinfected before entering patient care areas.