This course is part of our Infection Prevention and Control in Dialysis Facilities Mini-Course. See below for links to other modules!
Course Overview The Virginia Infection Prevention Training Center’s dialysis course module
Water Safety provides essential information on ensuring safe, clean water in dialysis settings. Topics include AAMI water standards, routine surveillance and testing of dialysis water systems, water distribution and treatment, proper disinfection schedules, and creating a comprehensive water management plan.
Target AudienceTarget audience for this course are healthcare professionals who are or will be directly involved in infection prevention activities in their facilities. These are infection prevention professionals who have participated in and gained considerable knowledge through specialized infection and control training and have minimal to moderate practice or fieldwork experience with infection prevention and control concepts.
Audience examples: Advanced Beginner to Proficient Infection Preventionist, Advanced Beginner to Proficient HAI/AR/IPC staff, Novice to Proficient Healthcare/Public Health Epidemiologist, Infectious Disease /Antimicrobial Stewardship Program Pharmacist.
Overall Learning Objectives- Describe key dialysis water treatment components and AAMI water standards
- Describe dialysis water distribution systems
- Describe the importance of conducting routine surveillance and testing in dialysis
- Describe testing for dialysis machines, portable ROs, and water systems
- List the key elements to consider with dialysis and a water management plan
Continuing Education CreditCE credit is available for this mini-course through January 15, 2027. After viewing modules 1-5, please visit the
activity page to obtain your credit.
