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The Arab Countries Infection Control Network
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Infection‑Control Resources for Construction & Renovation in Healthcare Settings
A. Major Guidelines & Frameworks
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CDC – Infection Control in Healthcare Construction
Core CDC guidance on preventing airborne and environmental contamination during construction.
https://www.cdc.gov/infection-control/hcp/environmental-infection-control/index.html
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CDC – Environmental Infection Control Guidelines (Construction Section)
Authoritative U.S. guidance for dust, ventilation, barriers, and water safety.
https://www.cdc.gov/infection-control/hcp/environmental-infection-control/air.html
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FGI – Guidelines for Design & Construction of Hospitals (Infection Control Risk Mitigation)
Industry standard for healthcare construction planning and ICRA integration.
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ASHRAE – Ventilation Standards for Healthcare Construction
HVAC requirements for construction, renovation, and isolation areas.
https://www.ashrae.org/technical-resources/standards-and-guidelines
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WHO – Environmental Infection Prevention in Healthcare Facilities
Global guidance on construction‑related environmental risks.
https://www.who.int/teams/integrated-health-services/infection-prevention-control
B. Practical Checklists & On‑Site Tools
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ASHE – ICRA 2.0 Construction Risk Assessment Matrix
The most widely used tool for classifying construction risk and required controls.
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CSA Z317.13 – Infection Control During Construction, Renovation & Maintenance
Canadian standard with detailed ICRA methodology.
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APIC – Construction & Renovation Infection Prevention Tools
Practical ICRA templates, checklists, and contractor guidance.
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ASHE – Preconstruction Risk Assessment (PCRA) Toolkit
Integrates safety, fire, and infection‑control risk planning.
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VA Healthcare – Construction Infection Control Risk Assessment Guide
Highly detailed ICRA process used in federal healthcare projects.
C. Training & Education Modules
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CDC – Airborne Contaminant Control During Construction
Requirements for HEPA, negative pressure, and dust containment.
https://www.cdc.gov/infection-control/hcp/environmental-infection-control/air.html
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APIC – Construction Checklist for Infection Preventionists
Daily monitoring checklist for active construction zones.
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ASHE – Contractor Training for Infection Control
Free modules for construction workers entering healthcare sites.
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NY State DOH – Construction‑Related Infection Control Guidance
Practical, enforcement‑ready guidance for hospitals.