Past OSWAPIC Chapter Conferences

Theme: TBD

Date: Fall 2025 (September or November)

Conference Co-Chairs: Kelsey Poole & Brenna Crossley

Committee Meetings: 3rd Thursday of the Month 1:30-2:30PM via Teams

• Next Meeting: 3/20/2025
• Agenda:
  • Welcome & Introductions
  • Review Committee Roles & Responsibilities 
  • Assign Roles and establish sub-committees
  • Orientation to Planning Pod software
  • Next Steps

Thursday, November 7, 2024

7:30 AM - 4:30OM

Confernce Co-Chairs: Kelsey Poole & Catherine Kroll

Under the captivating theme, “Lessons from the Past & Looking to the Future: Emerging Trends in Infection Prevention" we invite you to join us for a dynamic day of enlightenment, collaboration, and inspiration. In a world where diversity of thought is paramount, harnessing the power of various perspectives is not just essential but transformative. At this conference, we aim to celebrate the richness of diverse viewpoints while exploring how they can shape the future of infection prevention.

Embark with us on a journey of exploration, discovery, and empowerment as we delve into the "Emerging Trends in Infection Prevention." Let's unite to amplify voices, drive change, and create a better tomorrow for all.

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Construction and Environmental Infection Control Hot Topics
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Friday, November 1^st 2019
8:30 AM-4:30 PM

Conference Co-Chairs: Yoojin Kim & Judy Webber

Increasingly, infection prevention is an important component to include in the design and construction phases of healthcare facilities. The multidisciplinary construction team works together to identify specific materials, strategies and designs to mitigate potential risks. The goal of this work is to protect patients and healthcare workers from environmental pathogens. Preparing for these tasks requires the team to be familiar with the heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC ) system, water systems and plumbing options, containment barriers and equipment to monitor effectiveness of barriers for construction or renovation. 

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Keynote Speakers:		Platinum Sponsor:
Frank Myers III, MA, CIC, FAPIC	Janet E. Stout, PhD

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In 2017, 72 percent of hospitals and critical access hospitals surveyed by The Joint Commission were found to be noncompliant with Infection Control (IC) standard  02.02.01 which requires hospitals to reduce the risk of infections associated with medical equipment, devices and supplies. This includes high-level disinfection (HLD) and sterilization processes.  The conference will focus on this high-risk area by providing hands-on education and training to prepare Infection Preventionists to round and assess practices and processes in departments performing HLD and sterilization. Our conference features a faculty of experienced and informative speakers. Please join us for this unique opportunity to learn and network with infection prevention, industry, and community partners.

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