Build Safety. Deliver Quality.
Protect People.
Build Safety.
Deliver Quality. Protect People.
The next standard for safety and quality in care starts with us.
Let our expert Infection Prevention & Control support help you deliver exceptional, compliant care.
Why Choose Us
Clinical Expertise, Applied Practically
Senior Clinical Leadership:
CDC
UKHSA
Guidance from trusted frontline experts who understand your reality. With over two decades of NHS system leadership, we bring practical wisdom that textbooks can't teach.
Navigating UK COVID-19 Inquiry recommendations or applying lessons lessons from the Communicable Disease Control and Health Protection Handbook (UKHSA).
Senior Clinical Leadership:
CDC
UKHSA
Guidance from trusted frontline experts who understand your reality. With over two decades of NHS system leadership, we bring practical wisdom that textbooks can't teach.
Navigating UK COVID-19 Inquiry recommendations or applying lessons lessons from the Communicable Disease Control and Health Protection Handbook (UKHSA).
Regulatory Mastery
CQC Infection Prevention
NIPCM
We've helped shape responses to regulations across care system from supporting schools through Managing cases of infectious diseases in schools and other childcare settings, or preparing care homes using the UKHSA Care home infection readiness pack.
Every recommendation is rooted in the national frameworks, from the NHS England National infection prevention and control manual (NIPCM) and the Health and Social Care Act 2008: Code of practice, to the CQC infection prevention and control policy and NICE quality standards. We draw on GOV.UK guidance for adult social care, and apply the NIPC Manual Appendix 17 – Hierarchy of controls to ensure proportionate, effective risk management.
Regulatory Mastery
CQC Infection Prevention
NIPCM
We've helped shape responses to regulations across care system from supporting schools through Managing cases of infectious diseases in schools and other childcare settings, or preparing care homes using the UKHSA Care home infection readiness pack.
Every recommendation is rooted in the national frameworks, from the NHS England National infection prevention and control manual (NIPCM) and the Health and Social Care Act 2008: Code of practice, to the CQC infection prevention and control policy and NICE quality standards. We draw on GOV.UK guidance for adult social care, and apply the NIPC Manual Appendix 17 – Hierarchy of controls to ensure proportionate, effective risk management.
Measured Outcomes
National Standard of Healthcare Cleanliness
We measure success in improved safety scores, stronger audit results, and regulatory inspections. True success means fewer infections, empowered staff who own safety, and leaders who sleep soundly knowing their services are protected.
Every recommendation we make is designed to deliver tangible, lasting improvement—whether that's implementing communicable disease outbreak management guidance (GOV.UK) or embedding the cleanliness standards set out in the National standards of healthcare cleanliness 2025.
Measured Outcomes
National Standard of Healthcare Cleanliness
We measure success in improved safety scores, stronger audit results, and regulatory inspections. True success means fewer infections, empowered staff who own safety, and leaders who sleep soundly knowing their services are protected.
Every recommendation we make is designed to deliver tangible, lasting improvement—whether that's implementing communicable disease outbreak management guidance (GOV.UK) or embedding the cleanliness standards set out in the National standards of healthcare cleanliness 2025.
Partnership Approach
IPC
We integrate with your team to build lasting capability, not dependency. This isn't about dropping a report and walking away. We work alongside your staff to embed good practice, and sustain high standards long after our formal engagement ends.
Supporting GP practices through infectionpreventioncontrol.co.uk resources, or helping care homes operationalise the Infection prevention and control: resource for adult social care (GOV.UK).
Partnership Approach
IPC
We integrate with your team to build lasting capability, not dependency. This isn't about dropping a report and walking away. We work alongside your staff to embed good practice, and sustain high standards long after our formal engagement ends.
Supporting GP practices through infectionpreventioncontrol.co.uk resources, or helping care homes operationalise the Infection prevention and control: resource for adult social care (GOV.UK) .
Who We Help
We partner with leaders committed to safety.
ICBs
Care Homes
GP Practices
Supported Living
Private Healthcare
Community & Mental Health Services
NHS Trust
Values
Guided by Integrity, Driven by Results.
Integrity
Integrity
Excellence
Excellence
Compassion
Compassion
Partnership
Partnership
Accountability
Accountability
Our Commitment
Every action is aligned with the latest standards
How We Approach Challenges
From Anxiety to Assurance: Your Path to Compliance.
IPC & Compliance Crisis?
Our audits are mapped against the Health and Social Care Act 2008 Code of Practice and CQC's infection prevention and control policy , ensuring no stone is left unturned. We apply the hierarchy of controls (NIPCM Appendix 17) to prioritise actions that genuinely reduce risk.
You Get: Clarity, a robust action plan aligned with NICE guidance , and confidence for inspections.
IPC & Compliance Crisis?
Our audits are mapped against the Health and Social Care Act 2008 Code of Practice and CQC's infection prevention and control policy , ensuring no stone is left unturned. We apply the hierarchy of controls (NIPCM Appendix 17) to prioritise actions that genuinely reduce risk.
You Get: Clarity, a robust action plan aligned with NICE guidance , and confidence for inspections.
Knowledge Hub
How WHO guidance shapes our IPC practice
We ground our practice in international best practice from the World Health Organization (WHO). These foundational resources shape every training session, audit, and recommendation we deliver.
Hand Hygiene Excellence
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Sustainable Impact
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Pricing Model & Package Structure
Structured Support for Every Need and Scale.
Retainer Packages
Project‑Based Packages
Training Packages
Bronze
For small providers
£1,200/month
4-hour consultancy
1 audit per quarter
Email support
Policy review (annual)
Gold
For large providers / multi‑site
£4,500/month
20-hour consultancy
Monthly audits + action plans
Unlimited email support
2 training sessions/month
Mock CQC inspection
Outbreak response priority
Silver
For medium providers
£2,500/month
10-hour consultancy
Monthly audits
Staff training session
CQC readiness support
Governance framework review
Contact for a precise quote.
For custom packages
Tailored to:
Multi‑site providers
ICB‑wide programmes
NHS Trusts
Local authorities
Retainer Packages
Project‑Based Packages
Training Packages
Bronze
For small providers
£1,200/month
4-hour consultancy
1 audit per quarter
Email support
Policy review (annual)
Gold
For large providers / multi‑site
£4,500/month
20-hour consultancy
Monthly audits + action plans
Unlimited email support
2 training sessions/month
Mock CQC inspection
Outbreak response priority
Silver
For medium providers
£2,500/month
10-hour consultancy
Monthly audits
Staff training session
CQC readiness support
Governance framework review
Contact for a precise quote.
For custom packages
Tailored to:
Multi‑site providers
ICB‑wide programmes
NHS Trusts
Local authorities
Leadership
Meet Your Expert Guide.
Martha Ugwu,
Director (She/Her)
IPC Horizon was founded by Martha Ugwu, an experienced Infection Prevention and Control specialist with a strong background across acute hospitals, primary care networks, GP practices, community teams and care homes.
Martha has built a reputation for combining strategic leadership, practical expertise, and hands on workforce development, helin organisations reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and embed sustainable infection prevention practices.
Her work spans:
IPC leadership across health and social care
Workforce development programmes for Champions, Leads & Practitioners
Targeted training aligned with national IPC standards
Quality improvement programmes reducing HCAIs
Mentorship and coaching for IPC staff
Supporting organisations with CQC readiness, audits & governance
Martha is particularly recognised for her leadership in building the IPC workforce, including:
Designing and delivering IPC Champion Programmes
Training Link Practitioners across Primary Care & Care Homes
Supporting new IPC Leads to develop competence and confidence
Developing practical tools, frameworks & training packages
Strengthening local ownership of IPC at service level
Her passion is empowering staff at all levels to understand IPC, apply it confidently, and drive improvements within their own settings.
Martha Ugwu,
Director (She/Her)
IPC Horizon was founded by Martha Ugwu, an experienced Infection Prevention and Control specialist with a strong background across acute hospitals, primary care networks, GP practices, community teams and care homes.
Martha has built a reputation for combining strategic leadership, practical expertise, and hands on workforce development, helin organisations reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and embed sustainable infection prevention practices.
Her work spans:
IPC leadership across health and social care
Workforce development programmes for Champions, Leads & Practitioners
Targeted training aligned with national IPC standards
Quality improvement programmes reducing HCAIs
Mentorship and coaching for IPC staff
Supporting organisations with CQC readiness, audits & governance
Martha is particularly recognised for her leadership in building the IPC workforce, including:
Designing and delivering IPC Champion Programmes
Training Link Practitioners across Primary Care & Care Homes
Supporting new IPC Leads to develop competence and confidence
Developing practical tools, frameworks & training packages
Strengthening local ownership of IPC at service level
Her passion is empowering staff at all levels to understand IPC, apply it confidently, and drive improvements within their own settings.
Martha Ugwu,
Director (She/Her)
IPC Horizon was founded by Martha Ugwu, an experienced Infection Prevention and Control specialist with a strong background across acute hospitals, primary care networks, GP practices, community teams and care homes.
Martha has built a reputation for combining strategic leadership, practical expertise, and hands on workforce development, helin organisations reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and embed sustainable infection prevention practices.
Her work spans:
IPC leadership across health and social care
Workforce development programmes for Champions, Leads & Practitioners
Targeted training aligned with national IPC standards
Quality improvement programmes reducing HCAIs
Mentorship and coaching for IPC staff
Supporting organisations with CQC readiness, audits & governance
Martha is particularly recognised for her leadership in building the IPC workforce, including:
Designing and delivering IPC Champion Programmes
Training Link Practitioners across Primary Care & Care Homes
Supporting new IPC Leads to develop competence and confidence
Developing practical tools, frameworks & training packages
Strengthening local ownership of IPC at service level
Her passion is empowering staff at all levels to understand IPC, apply it confidently, and drive improvements within their own settings.
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Get Started in minutes.
Contact us for a confidential, no-obligation consultation to discuss your specific challenges and build your action plan.
Contact
Get Started in minutes.
Contact us for a confidential, no-obligation consultation to discuss your specific challenges and build your action plan.
The next standard for safety and quality in care starts with us.
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The next standard for safety and quality in care starts with us.
Stay in Touch
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
9am GMT - 5pm GMT
Privacy Policy
Designed by Nnaemeka