Adhering to the CSA Codes and Standards ensures a safer environment and helps prevent the spread of construction related infections within health-care settings.
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IPAC Construction & Renovation
Following infection prevention and control guidelines in construction, renovation, and maintenance is vital to protect workers and the public from health risks associated with exposure to dust, debris, and hazardous materials.
- General Ceiling Access Permit
- Ceiling Lift Permit
- Construction Site Monitoring Tool
- Daily Preventative Measures Log
- Healthcare Facilities Recommissioning Guidance
- Healthcare Facilities Recommissioning Checklist
- Infection Control Measures Permit
- IPAC Considerations During Evacuations
- IPAC Initial Flood Response
- IPAC Preventative Measures Tool
- Post Construction Tool
- Checklist in the Event of a Flood or Water Activity/Shutdown
- Scope of Work Plan
- Stop Work Order Procedure
- Use of Plenum Boxes
- IPAC Contact List (IH login required)
- Codes and Standards (IH login required)
- Interior Health Construction webpage
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