Episode 4 - Building an Infection Prevention and Control Culture

In this episode of The Infection Control Exchange, host Wayne Tucker explores what it truly means to build an Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) culture that goes beyond policies and procedures.

From leadership visibility to staff engagement, Wayne discusses how strong IPAC cultures are reflected in daily practice, not just written standards and policies. He shares real-world insights from long-term care and healthcare leadership—illustrating how small, consistent actions shape safer environments for residents, patients, and staff.

Topics include:

• - Defining what “IPAC culture” really means in practice

• - The role of leadership visibility, recognition, and modelling behaviour

  - Overcoming common barriers like compliance fatigue and communication gaps

  - Sustaining engagement and collaboration for IPAC beyond outbreak periods to be part of daily routines to protect vulnerable residents and patients.

  
  Whether you’re an IPAC professional, quality leader, or healthcare manager, this episode will inspire reflection on how to strengthen infection prevention culture across your team or organization.

  Listen now and join the IPAC conversation.