ICRA-IQ 

The Science Behind Containment Design

Enhance patient safety, reduce liability, and deepen your knowledge of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) services.

Our self-paced online course offers essential training in infection risk control assessment ICRA) and containment design. It is for infection prevention, healthcare management professionals, and healthcare construction.

This indispensable, interactive training course will give you and your company a competitive edge never before available.
Format

Online
Course

Modules

4 Modules

Authors

Higgins and Associates

Devices

Can be accessed via desktop or mobile devices

Access

Lifetime Access

Price

$697
$497

We are an ASHE Preferred Education Provider,
approved for 4 CEUs.

We are a CBIC Approved Unit IPU Provider,
approved for 4 IPUs.

ICRA IQ -
The Science Behind Containment Design

Discover how ICRA-IQ can revolutionize your approach to healthcare construction. Learn how this course equips you with the knowledge and skills to protect patients, staff, and visitors from infection risks during renovation projects.

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WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO LEARN

ICRA-IQ

The Science Behind Containment Design

In the ICRA-IQ course, participants will learn comprehensive strategies and scientific principles essential for infection control in healthcare construction and renovation. From understanding the history and significance of Infection Control Risk Assessments (ICRA) to delving into bio-aerosol movement and the science behind airborne dust transmission, this course equips professionals with the knowledge needed to implement effective containment designs, monitor risks, and safeguard patients, healthcare workers, and visitors from potential infections during construction activities within healthcare facilities.
By the end of this course, you will:
  • Master the principles of Infection Control Risk Assessments (ICRA) in healthcare construction.
  • Understand bio-aerosol movement and its implications in hospital renovation projects.
  • Design and implement effective containment systems for airborne pathogens.
  • Monitor and assess containment systems to ensure optimal functionality.
  • Safeguard patients and healthcare workers by applying scientifically sound infection control measures during construction activities.
The "Why"

Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA)

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Patient Safety

Protect patients from infections during construction or renovation

Minimizing HAIs

Reduce the risk of Healthcare Associated Infections (HAIs) that are associated with construction

Compliance

Reduce infection while adhering to guidelines and regulations

Cost Reduction

Reduce healthcare costs by minimizing risk of infections

Employee Safety

Exceptional experiences with automatically extracted transcripts, quizzes etc.

Communication

Tools used by top professionals worldwide. E-books, note-taking, surveys and more.

Our Unique Approach

Our unique approach stems from a holistic understanding of infection control in healthcare construction and renovation.

Science-Driven Understanding

This course uniquely delves into the scientific basis of containment design and bioaerosol movement, providing a deeper understanding beyond standard guidelines.

Practical Application Emphasis

Unlike other programs, ICRA-IQ emphasizes hands-on application, bridging theory with real-world scenarios for effective healthcare-specific containment strategies.

Holistic Risk Management

Covering pre-construction assessments to ongoing monitoring, this course offers a complete approach to identifying and managing infection risks during healthcare construction, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
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What's Included

Bonus:
When you join the course, you will also get access to the Higgin's community. Inside Higgin's Community, you will find:

  • Meaningful Connections: Engage with like-minded professionals who understand your unique challenges and goals.
  • Reliable Support: Access a network of trusted peers and mentors who can offer valuable insights and advice.
  • Focused Discussions: Benefit from conversations that are relevant and specific to your needs, free from the distractions and noise of social media.
  • Exclusive Resources: Gain access to specialized tools and resources designed to help you grow 

The complexities of infection control in
healthcare construction

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Navigating the complexities of infection control in healthcare construction poses a multifaceted challenge for professionals. It involves understanding and integrating scientific principles into real-world applications, comprehending the intricate dynamics of bio-aerosol movement, and addressing the specifics of containment design within healthcare facilities.

Participants often grapple with the scientific nuances underlying infection transmission, such as airborne pathogen movement, and its implications during construction and renovation activities. This complexity demands a deep understanding of containment strategies tailored for healthcare settings, ensuring the safety of patients, staff, and visitors amidst ongoing construction.

Moreover, professionals must navigate the overlapping guidelines and standards set forth by various healthcare regulatory bodies, including CDC, The Joint Commission, and ASHE. The intricate interplay between these guidelines and their practical implementation can be overwhelming, requiring a meticulous approach to ensure compliance while effectively managing infection risks.

Balancing these complexities while adhering to budgetary constraints and legal obligations becomes a critical challenge, underscoring the need for a comprehensive understanding and practical skill set acquired through courses like ICRA-IQ.

ICRA-IQ: The Science Behind Containment Design
Follows a 3-step Streamlined Approach:

01

Foundational Mastery:

Participants immerse themselves in the science behind infection control in healthcare construction. They explore bioaerosol dynamics, containment design principles, and airborne pathogen transmission, establishing a robust foundational understanding.

02

Application Integration:

Moving beyond theory, participants focus on practical integration. They apply scientific knowledge to real-world scenarios, crafting and implementing tailored containment strategies specifically designed for healthcare environments.

03

Strategic Risk Proficiency:

Armed with a holistic understanding, participants become adept at strategic risk management. They proactively assess, mitigate, and manage infection risks during healthcare construction, ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance through informed decision-making and precise execution.

Real People. Real Results.

"I have been doing ICRA in active healthcare facilities for 11 years. This is the most in-depth look at the process needed for achieving a successful project I have seen to date.

You not only get the information for the correct installation and maintenance of your containment. You get the science behind it. Informing the project team of how these protocols work in practical applications.

Thank you to Art, and Higgins team, for putting together such a comprehensive training module."

John Ervin

Assistant Superintendent
GE Johnson Construction Company
"I have had the opportunity to work with Higgins and Associates, LLC on several hospital containment projects and have received training on the science of containment design and monitoring. I feel that Art Goguen has expert knowledge on the subject and can teach the subject matter in a way that you can understand and apply to practical construction situations within the hospital environment.

I know that the training that I’ve received from Art is invaluable to me as an Infection Preventionist who covers a lot of construction projects for my hospital. I know that containments built to the specs I’ve leaned provide a safe environment for our patients and staff who are in proximity to them."

Todd

"I think this course covers the bulk of what Art teaches in his all day class. If every IP in the system completed this course it would certainly give everyone a great training and awareness on how to design our containments and also a good understanding of the why. Also, we can have Design and Construction project managers complete it, along with facilities Directors, Managers and Supervisors. Last would be Superintendents of any construction company we bring in.

If they show they completed the course, then we know they are up to date with their training, and would be planning the same things that we will require."

Chris Olson, MBA, M(ASCP)CM, CIC, LTC-CIP, CPHQ
Program Manager, Infection Prevention and Control

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should take the ICRA-IQ course?

The course is ideal for hospital staff involved in construction projects (facility managers, CEOs, CFOs, infection preventionists) and construction contractors in healthcare (upper management, project managers, supervisors) seeking expertise in infection control during healthcare construction.

What does ICRA-IQ cover that's unique?

ICRA-IQ delves deep into the scientific principles behind containment design, bioaerosol movement, and airborne pathogen transmission in healthcare construction. It emphasizes practical application, bridging theory with real-world scenarios.

How will ICRA-IQ benefit participants?

Participants will gain a comprehensive skill set to design, implement, and monitor effective containment systems. This expertise ensures compliance with regulations, mitigates infection risks, and safeguards patients and healthcare workers during construction in healthcare settings.

Is ICRA-IQ suitable for beginners in healthcare construction?

While foundational knowledge is beneficial, the course caters to various skill levels. It's designed to enhance the expertise of both experienced professionals and those new to healthcare construction.

ICRA-IQ

The Science Behind Containment Design

A self-paced online training course in infection control risk assessment and containment design designed for infection preventionists, corporate healthcare management, and healthcare construction professionals to help understand requirements of ICRA and the science of effective containment design and operation for improved patient protection resulting in reduced liability. This training is essential for anyone looking to improve their understanding of EHS services and gain an advantage over your competitors.
Format

Online
Course

Modules

4 Modules

Authors

Higgins and Associates

Devices

Can be accessed via desktop or mobile devices

Access

Lifetime Access

Price

$ 497