Top Tips for IPC Practitioners
Our updated list of Top Tips brings together key actions to support effective infection prevention across all care settings, from leadership and training to outbreak readiness and antimicrobial stewardship.
International Infection Prevention Week is a time to celebrate the vital role infection prevention and control (IPC) professionals play in keeping patients, clients, staff, and communities safe. This year, we are focusing on practical, tips to help everyone, from senior leaders to frontline staff and IPC practitioners, strengthen infection prevention in their workplace. Whether you are looking to raise awareness, start conversations, or refresh your local campaigns, these resources are here to help.
Our updated list of Top Tips brings together key actions to support effective infection prevention across all care settings, from leadership and training to outbreak readiness and antimicrobial stewardship.
Bring International Infection Prevention Week to life in your workplace with our free tools and visuals.
A printable poster summarising the key points for display in staff rooms, wards, and offices.
Download the poster (PDF)
A printable poster summarising the key points for display in staff rooms, wards, and offices.
Download the poster (PDF)
Keep infection prevention front of mind during virtual meetings.
Download the Teams background (JPEG)
Download our screensaver you can use during the week.
Download the Teams background (JPEG)
Share key messages from International Infection Prevention Week on your personal or organisation’s channels.
Download social media images (ZIP)
Share and use the amazing IPS resources available to you as a member- get involved in a branch or SIG or book to attend one of our upcoming IPS events.
Infection prevention starts with every action you take. Share how you’re marking #IIPW2025 using our images and templates, and tag us on X, LinkedIn and/or Instagram stories so we can celebrate your efforts. Together, we can achieve our vision: A world where no person is harmed by a preventable infection.