All construction and renovation projects in healthcare must include Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA). Infection Control professionals assess potential risks such as dust, ventilation disruptions, and waterborne hazards during construction. They ensure patient safety through control measures (barriers, negative pressure, monitoring).
D. Infection Control (Correct): Mandatory involvement in construction planning.
A. IT / B. Biomed / C. Patient Services: May participate but are not mandated by TJC and CDC requirements for ICRA.
[References:, CDC Guidelines for Environmental Infection Control in Healthcare Facilities., The Joint Commission, Environment of Care and Infection Prevention Standards., CHFM Candidate Handbook – Planning, Design, and Construction domain., ________________________________________]
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