FAQ'S from Christine Pate

Prevention First offers comprehensive infection prevention and control consulting services for healthcare and non-healthcare settings, including program assessment, planning, outbreak investigation, remote surveillance, and staff training.

Prevention First caters to a wide range of industries, including acute care hospitals, nursing homes, dental offices, schools, daycare centers, residential care facilities, detention centers, and sports programs.

Christine is a board-certified Infection control guidance Practitioner with over 12 years of experience in infection prevention and control. She holds a Master of Public Health and Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry.

Prevention First undertakes project-based assignments of varying lengths, including short-term (2 weeks – 3 months), long-term (more than 3 months), hybrid, and remote assignments.

Prevention First conducts thorough assessments of existing infection prevention and control programs, providing detailed summaries and recommendations to enhance safety standards and compliance.

Effective planning and development of infection prevention programs are crucial for safeguarding individuals’ health and well-being, ensuring operational continuity, and contributing to public health objectives.

Prevention First offers comprehensive infection control assessments, mock surveys, tracer tools, and guidance interpretations to help facilities prepare for accreditation and regulatory survey assistance effectively.

Prevention First mobilizes swift responses to disease outbreaks, employing effective interventions to identify, contain, and manage infectious diseases, thus safeguarding public health and mitigating impacts on organizations.

Prevention First provides remote support for required surveillance reporting activities, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local infection prevention and control reporting requirements.

Yes, Prevention First provides tailored competency-based training and educational materials for infection prevention staff, including novice training, annual required trainings, and periodic training sessions.