Can't do it, won't do it! Developing a theoretically framed intervention to encourage better decontamination practice in Scottish dental practices

Table 1 Outcome measure showing best decontamination practice behaviours derived from SDCEP Guidance document

Dentist-level behaviours	1. Remove hand and wrist jewellery at the start of each session
	2. Clean hands before putting on gloves
	3. Change gloves before seeing each patient
	4. Use single use items only once
	5. Work in a clutter – free environment
Practice-Level Behaviours (anyone in the practice may perform)	6. Decontamination equipment (e.g., Washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, sterilizers) is used in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions
	7. Testing of decontamination equipment takes place at the correct intervals
	8. Decontamination activities take place in a dirty to clean workflow
	9. The correct detergent is used for the cleaning method in use
	10. All staff use suitable protective equipment
	11. Equipment is transported to the decontamination area using a rigid, durable, leak-proof container that has a tight-fitting lid and is easy to clean and disinfect
	12. Hand pieces are cleaned as specified by the manufacturers' instructions
	13. Instruments are rinsed thoroughly following cleaning
	14. Disposable, non-linting towels are used to dry instruments immediately after rinsing
	15. All instruments are inspected with an illuminated magnifier every time after you clean
	16. Written policies on cleaning instruments within the practice are followed

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