Infection Control Measures

This blog addresses the Education Sector’s apprehensions concerning future outbreaks of infections like Scarlet Fever and Group A Strep.

In recent times, the UK Health Security Agency has expressed heightened concerns about the surge in lower respiratory tract infections caused by Group A Strep in certain children. Regrettably, this surge has resulted in severe illness and, tragically, multiple fatalities.

What is Group A Streptococci Bacterium (GAS)?

Group Strep A is a type of bacteria commonly found on the skin, throat and other parts of the body where they typically reside without causing issues. However, these bacteria can enter through inhalation, ingestion or skin abrasions. Although, Group A Strep infections usually lead to mild illnesses like sore throat or skin infections, it’s important to note that Strep A is also the primary cause of Scarlet Fever.

Reinforce and Prevent: Simple Measures for Infection Control

• Infections spread through direct contact or shared surfaces like door handles.
• Maintain good hand hygiene with regular handwashing using soap.
• Use alcohol-based hand rubs before and after contact with infected individuals.
• Cover mouth when coughing or sneezing, then wash hands thoroughly.
• Protect wounds with clean dressings to prevent germ entry.
• Regularly disinfect high-touch surfaces like door handles to halt infection spread.

Products we Recommend to Help Reduce the Spread of Infection:

• ntrl Surface Sanitiser (Unfragranced) – BF110-1
• Virucidal Cleaner (Unfragranced) BA053-75
• Virucidal Cleaner (Fragranced) BA056-75
• Hand Gel BK140-5
• Chlorine Tablets BC013

Let’s protect our children from illness by stopping infections in their tracks – the right way!