Ensure your infection control strategy includes white coats, nonclinical office areas

Why This Topic Matters

Infection risks can persist in routine office workflows and shared equipment, so broadening infection control planning can help support safer practice operations and reinforce staff accountability.

Article Sections

1. Practice management

   Introduces the article’s focus on infection control in routine office operations and everyday workplace items.

2. Attire and culture part of problem

   Discusses office attire, laundry practices, and organizational habits that affect infection control culture.

3. Disinfect non-clinical areas too

   Covers office cleaning routines, shared surfaces, staff participation, and informal monitoring approaches.

4. Explore these ideas

   Summarizes general facility-level ideas for strengthening infection control in office settings.

5. Update cleaning crew contracts

   Addresses vendor oversight, contract language, and review of janitorial training and compliance in non-clinical areas.