Is this course for you?
This course is for healthcare staff required to operate and/or weekly test surgical washer disinfectors using thermal disinfection.
Aim/overview
This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to complete routine checks and verification tests required within a weekly period on surgical washer disinfectors using thermal disinfection.
Note: This training does not override local protocols for production processing or manufacturer/supplier obligation to provide adequate instruction for equipment operation.
Objectives
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Identify the general safety hazards and potential failures associated with re-usable surgical instrument washer disinfector equipment and operational processes within decontamination
- Explain the necessary functions of both equipment and personnel required to ensure safe and satisfactory washing and thermal disinfection of surgical instruments
- Demonstrate the actions required to complete weekly testing specified under NHS guidance for surgical instrument washer disinfectors
Accreditation
Accommodation on-site is available, please contact us for more information.
Please see attached calendar for upcoming course dates. Further dates may be available, please see our website. Home – Eastwood Park Training
Some of our courses can be delivered on-site (for 6 or more people), please contact us for more information.