GOC Standard 12: Infection Prevention in Optical Practice

Embedding Clinical Safety and Hygiene into Everyday Care (Within S12)

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Scenario Page 3: Vaccination & Staff Health

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Vaccination intersects with workplace safety and public confidence.[1] Decisions should respect autonomy while protecting vulnerable patients.[2] Clear documentation keeps actions transparent and fair and supports accountability when balancing individual choice and infection control.[3]

Scenario

You work in a busy clinic where reception staff are the first point of contact for patients. One member of the front-of-house team tells you they have chosen not to receive the seasonal influenza vaccination.[1] They primarily staff reception but occasionally assist in clinic areas and with patient-facing administrative tasks. You are aware that some clinic attendees are clinically vulnerable.

What steps protect patients and colleagues?

Scenario

An older patient, concerned after a friend developed ophthalmic zoster, asks you whether they should have the shingles vaccine. They want a straightforward explanation of risks and what to do next.

How should the conversation and signposting proceed?

  • Accountability details to capture: who discussed risk; what controls or signposting were provided; when they apply or will be reviewed; and why the chosen approach fits role scope and protects vulnerable people.[3][2]

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  • Length: 60 minutes CPD (1.00 CE Credits)
  • Appropriate for: Optometrists, dispensing opticians, optical assistants, practice managers, locums, students, domiciliary clinicians.
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