Critical Steps from Major Accreditation Agencies for Sterilization Practices

NBC's TODAY recently aired an investigation into the reprocessing of surgical instruments which brought to light several of the issues surrounding surgical instrument sterilization including a lack of certification requirements and the increasing complexity of instruments.

Click HERE for multi-media information from The Center for Public Integrity.

Take a proactive stance on infection prevention. Download a letter-sized Infection Prevention Poster that highlights the critical steps, outlined by major accreditation agencies, for sterilization practices. This document can help your organization achieve its goal of increasing patient safety.

Sterilization Tips can be found HERE.

Instructions for Use can be found HERE.

Closed Containers for Immediate Use Sterilization can be found HERE.

The Joint Commission's Position on Steam Sterilization is HERE.