Do you know the importance of correct uniform?

December 18, 2024

This week we are focusing on Infection Prevention Control and the important part it plays to ensure that you, our staff, and our patients are safe and free of any unwanted germs.

One important aspect of IPC is ensuring that staff are bare below the elbows when they are interacting with a patient or are inpatient areas.

If you are a clinical staff member entering a ward, you must ensure you are bare below the elbows. That’s no rings, no watches, no gel nails, no excessive jewellery. Plain and simple wedding bands alongside religious bracelets can be worn. If you are someone who feels cold, it’s important that you only wear a base layer under your uniform, the sleeves must be rolled up. Cardigans and jumpers should not be worn

If you are a non-clinical colleague visiting the ward, Remember BBE – Bare below the Elbows!

Tems, from our IPC department, is here to tell you about the importance of wearing the correct uniform below.