Periodic Testing, Maintenance & Validation of Equipment

Question 1

What do the daily and weekly tests of a washer-disinfector involve?

Answer 1

• check rotation of spray arms and that jets are not blocked
• check the door seal for damage or contamination
• verify the condition of the loads carried
• check there are no instruments from the previous cycle
• make sure the strainer/filter is clear
• ensure there is sufficient chemical
• carry out cleaning efficacy test with protein detection and soil tests
• note disinfection temperatures and times on daily cycles
• carry out a full ACT

Question 2

What do the daily and weekly tests of a steriliser involve?

Answer 2

• check the door seal for damage or contamination
• verify the condition of the load and carrying chamber
• fill and drain feed and used water reservoirs on a daily basis
• run an air leakage test
• run a bowie dick test cycle
• run air detector function test
• record daily sterilisation temperatures, pressure and time
• carry out a full cycle ACT

Question 3

Who can carry out periodic testing?

Answer 3

• competent person
  
  • quarterly visit