Guidance, Legislation And Standards

Question 1

What 2 guidance docs are there for decontamination relevant to us?

Answer 1

SHTM 01 - 01 Decon of medical devices in central Decon unit

SHTM 01 - 05 management, equipment and process of the Decon of dental instruments in local Decon unit

Question 2

Why are GLS good?

Answer 2

They’re developed according to expert scientific, healthcare and engineering collaboration

Inform all relevant individuals involved with installation and usage on proper maintenance and ongoing usage

Inform those using machines on how to operate for consistent performance

Question 3

Where might one find info on the process of decontamination?

Answer 3

SHTM 01 - 01, part A

Identifies and explains stages required

Question 4

Weekly tests for WD?

Answer 4

Daily tests

Water hardness

Water conductivity

Cleaning efficacy test

Question 5

Quarterly tests WD?

Answer 5

Weekly and daily tests

Check calibration

Check chemical dose

Check thermometric tests

Door and door interlock mechanism tests

Question 6

What are the exposure time, temperature bands for WD?

Answer 6

100 mins at 70-75 degrees

10 mins at 80-85 degrees

1 minute at 90-95 degrees

Question 7

Which SHTM is available for WD and which for steriliser?

Answer 7

WD is SHTM 01 - 01 - part D

SS is SHTM 01 - 01 - part C

Question 8

What is the suitable time / temp for steam steriliser

Answer 8

134 - 137 degrees
2.25 bar pressure
3 minutes