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When contaminated instruments arrive in Sterile Processing, the primary goal is to start soil removal with various types of detergents. The timing and correct selection of chemicals in the “dirty” decontamination side becomes more confusing if killing germs is a consideration when items cannot go through washer thermal disinfection. Device instructions must be followed but often…

It’s time to approach Sterile Processing with a meticulous mindset. While chemical labels are not fun to read, they contain essential information for ensuring safe and accurate use.Detergents have minimal regulation in the U.S. as an FDA Class 1 Medical Device so the manufacturer has more leeway on label formatting and content. The product name…

PART IThe advocacy for initiating instrument processing at point of use is gaining momentum. It takes a team with perioperative management, infection preventionists AND SPD leadership to keep pressing for compliance after the latest survey visit. Compliance involves two important steps:(1) Pre-cleaning with sterile water and sterile sponges DURING procedures; and (2) Pre-treatment with wet towels…

TriggerGrip Cleaning Tools provide quicker and better cleaning results, enhance worker safety, reduce waste, and cut production costs in the world of electronics assembly. This quick how-to video provides you withe the basics on how to connect and disconnet the TriggerGrip to MicroCare aerosol flux remover cans.