TABLE 2.

Clean Clinic Approach Implementation Timeline in Guatemala

DateActivities
2018JanuaryInitial evaluation of health care facilities
FebruaryPresentation of initial evaluation results to MSPAS and decision to move forward with CCA
MarchClean Approach implementation begins
AprilDefine quality standards, criteria, and weighting thereof
May
JuneFamiliarize staff with tool in 11 health care facilities
July
August
SeptemberBaseline assessment (first measurement)
OctoberIdentify gaps and define plans for continuous quality improvement
NovemberSupervision of improvement plans, coaching, and mentoring
December
2019JanuarySupervision of improvement plans and second measurement
FebruarySupervision of improvement plans and third measurement
MarchCertification of establishments according to established categories: silver, gold, and diamond
AprilClosures and delivery of recognition to establishments and staff