Is this course for you?
This course is aimed at National Health staff and contractors required to perform the duties of a Competent Person (Decontamination) as defined in NHS Guidance. Pharmaceutical staff could find this course of benefit as evidence of training.
Aim/overview
To enable delegates to carry out the recommended daily, weekly and quarterly testing procedures on large* porous load sterilizers in accordance with NHS Guidance.
Objectives
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Explain the role of sterilization within the decontamination process
- Relate the properties of steam to its saturation temperature and its pressure
- Define terms most commonly used in basic microbiology and sterilization
- Assess possible hazards associated with large porous load autoclaves and their engineering services
- Explain the main responsibilities of key personnel involved with sterilization equipment
- Calibrate and use specified test equipment
- Carry out periodic testing to quarterly level and complete associated records
- Correctly interpret test results and explain certification responsibilities
Prerequisites
A basic knowledge of large porous load sterilizers and steam sterilization.
Accreditation
Accommodation on-site is available, please contact us for more information.
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