Periodic Testing, Maintenance and Validation of Equipment Flashcards
What guidance do we refer to when carrying out periodic testing
SHTM 01-01
Who carries out the AWD daily tests
the user
What are the AWD daily tests
o Check spray arm for rotation/free movement and blockages
o Check spray nozzles for blockage
o Remove and clean strainers and filters
o Ensure sufficient additives available and that dosing system is functional
o Automatic control test
o Check grommets/seals holding control probes for deterioration
o Door seals for any wear/tear
o Process challenge device test
Who carries out the weekly & qaurterly tests
the competent person
What are the AWD weekly tests
o Weekly safety checks
o Daily tests
o Water hardness
o Water conductivity
o Cleaning efficacy test by residual soil detection
What are the AWD quarterly tests
o Weekly safety checks and functional checks of engineering services
o Carry out daily and weekly tests
o Verification of calibration
o Thermometric tests for disinfection
o Cleaning efficacy: test soil
o Doors and door interlocks
o Chemical dosage check
o Calibration, limits and function
What are the sterilizer daily/weekly tests
o Check door seal for damage/contamination
o Verify condition of load carrier/chamber
o Fill and drain water reservoirs on a daily basis
o Run air leakage test
o Run bowie-dick test cycle daily
o Run air detector function test
o Record daily sterilisation temperatures
o Carry out a full cycle ACT
How do we know what to do for maintenace
o Manufacturers provide details of this
o Will inform you when parts should be replaced
Who verifies the conditions
trained personnel
What are the conditions taht need verified
o Temperature reading correctly
o Pressure reading correctly
o Chemicals being dosed in the required volume
o Stage timer accurate and correct
o Machine is heating correctly
o All necessary valves/components are operational
What are the quarterly tests for the sterilizer
o Weekly safety checks
o Calibration of test instruments
o Air leakage tests
o Automatic control tests
o Small load thermometric test
o Calibration checks
o Air detector function test
o Bowie-dick test
What is a competent person defined as
person designated by the AP(D) (authorised person) to carry out maintenance, validation and periodic testing of WD, sterilizers and endoscope WD. Their responsibilities are
What are the responsibilites of a competent person
o Carry out maintenance tasks
o Carry out repair work
o Conduct validation tests
o Conduct periodic tests
Who may the competent person be
someone from the manufacturer, service agent, vendor or a company specialising in the testing of this equipment
Who is the authorising engineer
experts and they sign off validation reports done by the competent person
