Infection Control Risk Management (ICRA) 16-Hour Certificate Course

Wednesday, January 24 & Thursday, January 25, 2024

8:00 am – 4:00 pm

at ABC Keystone
135 Shellyland Road
Manheim, PA 17545

Seminar Overview:

Day 1 of this course explains the importance of construction-specific infection controls and best management practices for use in health care settings. Day 2 covers the techniques for constructing hard-wall barriers for the highest risk projects. This extensive hands-on exercise allows participants to construct a containment using drywall and metal framing, just as required in most health care facilities.

The student must pass a 50-question multiple choice quiz with a 70% or better score.
Upon successful completion, each student will receive a signed certificate of attendance, photo ID wallet card, and hard hat sticker.

*Students will need to bring tools to build a drywall barrier

16 Hour ICRA Course limited to 15 students. Register early!

Course Content:

  Day 1:

• ICRA matrix tool
• Standard risk mitigation recommendations including typical equipment and supplies used on small-scale, short-duration (SSSD) projects
• Emphasis on soft wall barrier controls such as Kontrol Kube, Zip Wall, and Poly-Hanger

  Day 2:

• Build a hard-wall containment including an anteroom
• Construct a soft-wall barrier to contain the dust from the hard-wall construction and take down
• Establish a negative pressure work area using HEPA equipped air filtration devices
• Use a manometer to measure the pressure differential
• Properly complete the ICRA permit post and post the required signage at the entrance of the containment
• Review and use the ICRA matrix and daily checklists
• Review other ICRA requirements
• Complete a 50-question exam

Instructor:

Greg Ashman is currently president and senior instructor for Professional Training Associates, Inc. (PTA). He conducts a wide variety of courses and is recognized in Pennsylvania and West Virginia by consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies as an expert in the field.

Substitution Policy:

If you must cancel for any reason, please contact us immediately. Cancellations received after 4 p.m. on January 3, 2024, cannot be refunded; substitutions are permitted.

Registration Details:

Price includes: Interactive instruction, hands-on workshop, lunch each day and class materials
*Notify us right away if you have any special dietary needs – thanks!

Registration Deadline: 1/3/24

PLEASE NOTE: Invoicing is only available to ABC Members. Non-members will need to please pay at time of registration either via credit card payment online or by calling the Chapter office: (717) 653-8106. We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you!

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