Infections caused by certain bacteria are have been linked to construction projects in hospitals, according to an article on the Becker's Hospital Review.
Studies have shown that more than half of hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) caused by Aspergillus spp., a common mold, were linked to activities that can send the mold airborne.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that all hospital personnel should have infection control training and knowledge. Visual and printed educational materials should be given to crews and hospitals should perform infection-control risk assessments before beginning projects.
While hospitals do usually provide training for maintenance and construction crew members, those sessions tend to be attended by supervisors or contractors, the article said.
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