What a great thread :) I just wanted to support original poster AND Ian!! As someone who works for a Health care Charity I have seen infection control passed down to the lowest denominator (me) with little apparent management control or backup. I appreciate the environment in which I operate is very low risk, however control is vague and sketchy at times and I can see myself asking a similar posting to that of the original poster - to clarify something or to give me ideas. I also appreciate that 'my employer' is required to comply with the CQC requirements - however only after advice from people like Ian so I understand the core issues can I return and question policy. (From my questions the trainer obviously didn't understand basic biology) I have learnt a lot from Ian's post over the years, and it was a shame to see this post turn into a 'fight' even though it made good reading) I was told at recent infection control course that ALL my uniforms MUST be washed (by me) at 65degC or higher.... I don't think my wool jumper and wool trousers is going to enjoy this treatment.... but rules is rules!