Pathogen Patrol – February 2025
Get Ready for Construction Season! The Cost of Overlooking Infection Control in Healthcare Projects
By: Jacob Whittock | BSc, PMP
Healthcare construction projects are intricate undertakings where every detail impacts safety, efficiency, and compliance. Yet, infection prevention and control (IPAC) is often overlooked until it’s too late. Ignoring IPAC considerations during the early planning and design phases can lead to costly mistakes, delays, and operational inefficiencies. That’s why involving IPAC Consulting and our tailored Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) early in your project is essential.
Infection control is not just a regulatory checkbox—it’s the cornerstone of patient and staff safety in healthcare environments. Delaying the inclusion of infection control expertise can have significant consequences. Retrofitting spaces to meet infection control standards after construction is far more expensive than integrating these measures from the start. Project delays caused by redesigns can stall a facility’s readiness to provide care, while inadequate infection control measures put patients, staff, and your organization’s reputation at risk.
At IPAC Consulting, we specialize in seamlessly integrating infection control into your project’s foundation. Our Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) is a proactive solution that identifies risks, streamlines processes, and ensures compliance with infection control standards. We provide blueprint and drawing reviews to propose design adjustments, such as optimizing airflow, minimizing contamination risks, and ensuring proper placement of hand hygiene stations. Our tailored policies and protocols ensure that your project remains compliant and operationally efficient long after construction is complete. Failing to plan for infection control early can inflate budgets, disrupt timelines, and result in compliance violations. In contrast, engaging IPAC Consulting at the outset ensures your project avoids these setbacks, opening on time and within budget while safeguarding patients and staff. Proactive planning reduces costs, mitigates risks, and helps you meet health and safety standards efficiently.
Healthcare facilities that prioritize early IPAC involvement create environments that are safe, functional, and compliant. By collaborating with IPAC Consulting, you’ll build a facility that reflects the highest standards of infection prevention and control from day one. Let us help you save time, money, and stress while delivering a project that prioritizes safety and operational excellence. Together, we can create healthcare spaces where safety is embedded in every detail—from the ground up.
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