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• Organic body soils such as blood and inorganic dust soils act as a barrier between chemical disinfectants and germs on surfaces. Organic soils “absorb” chemical action and reduce antimicrobial efficacy especially in the case of bleach and alcohols.• Some soils such as fecal matter and blood may sustain dangerous organisms over several days on…

ProChek ID Indicator Strips (SM4340) are internal Class 1 indicators reacting to steam moisture and heat. The ink changes from white to dark brown/black in steam or medium brown in chemical vapor. This product meets the CDC and AAMI ST79 guidelines for an internal chemical indicator to be used inside pouches, cassettes and packs to…

Following AORN guidelines and device instructions, use sterile water and sterile sponges to remove excess soils and reduce dried material during surgical procedures.As with any other chemical treatment product used in a surgical area, it is recommended to have the surgical case closed and dressed prior to applying ProEZ Gel at back tables. ProEZ Gel…

Most self-seal sterilization pouch brands, including MicroCare ProView® plus pouches, now feature built-in external and “internal” indicators. Technically this may be adequate for small pouches with a few instruments. But the “built-in” indicator cannot monitor adequate steam penetration inside instrument cassettes or thick surgery packs that are processed inside self-seal pouches. Therefore it is recommended…

Transitioning from one vapor degreasing fluid to another requires careful planning and execution to ensure a smooth and effective process. The following steps outline the necessary procedures:Initiate an on-site cleaning assessment to gather information on specific requirements, part sizes, substrates, contamination, and equipment.Identify suitable fluid replacements by assessing gathered information and matching new cleaning fluids…