Infection Control and Hospital Safety Workshop
Activity TypeWorkshop
DepartmentDepartment of Medical Lab Science
NAAC CategoryCriterion 8
SDGSDG -3
Accreditation ActivityNAAC
IQAC ReferenceSCP/AHS-I /2026/058
VenueRoom 403, Block E
CoordinatorMs Jaspinder Kaur
Participants40
Description
The Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Allied Health Sciences Division-I, Saraswati College of Pharmacy, Gharuan, organized an “Infection Control and Hospital Safety Workshop” for the students of MLS 1st Semester on 10 September 2026. The workshop was designed to provide students with essential knowledge and practical exposure to infection prevention, healthcare safety, and occupational risk management.
The programme focused on key infection-control practices, including effective hand hygiene, safe management of biological spills, and the correct donning and doffing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Through demonstrations and hands-on activities, students were encouraged to understand the importance of following standard safety protocols in clinical and laboratory environments.
To further reinforce the learning experience, a Poster Making Competition on the theme “Infection Control and Hospital Safety” was conducted. Students creatively presented important aspects of infection prevention, PPE usage, biomedical waste management, and hospital safety, promoting both awareness and active participation.
The workshop provided a meaningful blend of theoretical awareness, practical demonstration, experiential learning, and creative expression, helping students develop a stronger safety-oriented approach essential for their future roles as healthcare professionals
Objectives
To develop a strong understanding of the principles and importance of infection prevention and control in healthcare and laboratory settings.
To familiarize students with essential hospital safety practices and standard precautions.
To impart practical skills in performing effective hand hygiene and understanding its role in preventing the transmission of infections.
To provide hands-on exposure to the safe and systematic management of biological spills.
To demonstrate the correct sequence and technique of PPE donning and doffing to minimize the risk of self-contamination.
To enhance awareness of occupational hazards and preventive safety measures among future healthcare professionals.
To encourage active learning, creativity, and awareness through the Poster Making Competition on infection control and hospital safety
Outcomes
Students developed enhanced knowledge and awareness of infection prevention and hospital safety protocols.
Students demonstrated a better understanding of the importance and appropriate techniques of hand hygiene.
Participants acquired practical knowledge of biological spill management, including the appropriate use of disinfectants, spill kits, PPE, and disposal procedures.
Students became familiar with the correct sequence of PPE donning and doffing, thereby strengthening their understanding of personal and occupational safety.
The workshop enhanced students’ awareness of healthcare-associated infections, occupational hazards, and preventive measures.
Students developed a greater appreciation of the importance of maintaining a safe, hygienic, and contamination-controlled healthcare environment.
The poster-making activity strengthened students’ understanding through creative and visual learning, while encouraging active participation and effective communication of health and safety messages.
Event Report / Description
Ref. No -SCP/AHS-I/2026/058 Date: - 03-09-26
Notice
Intended for | MLS 1st semester Students |
Subject | Infection Control and Hospital Safety Workshop |
The Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences is organizing an “Infection Control and Hospital Safety” workshop for MLS 1st Semester students.
Date: 10 September 2026
Time: 10:00 AM onwards
Venue: Room 403, Block E
Activities:• Hand Hygiene
• Spill Management
• PPE Donning & Doffing
A Poster Making Competition on “Infection Control and Hospital Safety” will also be conducted at 1:30 PM onwards.
All students are required to participate actively.
Name of the Department | SARASWATI COLLEGE OF PHARMACY GHARUAN (Allied Health Sciences Division I, Department of Medical Laboratory Science – MLS) |
Name of Event: | Infection Control and Hospital Safety Workshop |
Date of Event: | 10/09/2026 |
Place of Event: | Block e, Classroom 6-403 |
No. of Participants: | MLS 1st semester students |
Time | 10:00 AM onwards |
Coordinator Name | Ms Jaspinder Kaur |
Email of Coordinator: | Jaspinder2112@gmail.com |
Objective of the event | To create awareness among students regarding infection prevention and hospital safety practices. To train students in proper hand hygiene techniques. To demonstrate effective spill management procedures in healthcare settings. To provide practical exposure to PPE donning and doffing procedures. To promote safe laboratory and hospital practices among future healthcare professionals. |
Outcome of the event | Students gained knowledge regarding infection control measures and hospital safety protocols. Students learned the importance and correct steps of hand hygiene. Participants developed practical understanding of spill management procedures. Students became familiar with the correct sequence of PPE donning and doffing. Awareness regarding prevention of healthcare-associated infections and occupational hazards was enhanced. |
Event/ Activity Report: The Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Saraswati College of Pharmacy, Gharuan, organized an “Infection Control and Hospital Safety Workshop” for MLS 1st Semester students on 10 September 2026 at 10:00 AM in Room 403, Block E. The programme was conducted with the objective of enhancing students’ knowledge and practical skills related to infection prevention, hospital safety, and occupational health practices. The programme commenced with an introductory session highlighting the importance of infection control measures in hospitals, laboratories, and healthcare settings. Students were informed about standard precautions, healthcare-associated infections, and the role of healthcare professionals in maintaining a safe environment. Three hands-on activities were conducted during the programme: 1. Hand Hygiene Activity:Students were trained in the proper handwashing technique and hand rub method based on standard infection control guidelines. Demonstrations emphasized the importance of hand hygiene in preventing the transmission of infections. 2. Spill Management Activity:Students were provided practical demonstrations on the safe management of biological spills. The activity included the use of disinfectants, spill kits, personal protective equipment, and proper disposal procedures to minimize contamination risks. 3. PPE Donning and Doffing Activity:Students learned the correct sequence of wearing and removing personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, masks, gowns, and face shields. The activity focused on preventing self-contamination and ensuring personal safety while handling infectious materials. Students actively participated in all activities and gained valuable practical exposure to infection prevention practices commonly followed in hospitals and laboratories. A Poster Making Competition on the theme “Infection Control and Hospital Safety” was also organized at 1:30 PM. Students prepared informative and creative posters highlighting hand hygiene, PPE use, biomedical waste management, and hospital safety practices. The competition encouraged students to express their understanding through visual learning and enhanced awareness regarding infection prevention. The programme was highly informative and interactive. It successfully strengthened the students’ understanding of infection control principles and prepared them to follow safe practices in healthcare and laboratory environments. |
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