We thank our colleagues and staff at the University of British Columbia
and University of Free State who contributed to this research programme.
Appreciation is extended to the HCWs who participated in the survey, the
infection control and occupational health practitioners who participated
in the workplace audits, and the health and safety committee members
who offered their comments. We especially thank and commend the
managers at the provincial health department and the three hospitals,
including the chief executive officers, who are working hard to remedy
the deficiencies noted, despite the resource-strained situation.
Information pertaining to this study was presented at the joint conference
of the Public Health Association of South Africa and the Rural Doctors
Association of South Africa in Bloemfontein from 5-7 September 2012