Welcome to the new website of the Northern Ireland Regional Infection Prevention and Control Manual ( NI IPCM). The Manual was developed by the Public Health Agency (PHA). Previous versions of the NI IPCM have been reviewed and this new site has now been developed in 2023 to update all aspects of the IPC Manual and ensure that all guidelines are based on current evidence and best practice.

Healthcare organisations may adopt this advice and guidance in Health and Social Care Trusts, Primary Care, Private Clinics and Voluntary sectors, Independent sectors, Care Homes, and Hospices to achieve IPC standardisation across all healthcare providers and professional groups. The Manual has open access, and no passwords or usernames are required.

For the purposes of this manual the term ‘patient’ refers to any individual receiving healthcare and applies to residents and clients in non-acute settings such as Independent Sector Care Homes, Hospices and Private Clinics.