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REPROCESSING
(DECONTAMINATION
SPECIALIST)
Module 7 Sterilization
47. Exercise 1
47. Exercise 2
48. Exercise 3
48. Checklist
51. Module 9 Signoff
52. Exercise 1
54. Checklist
55. Module 10 Signoff
56. Week 1
66. Week 2
69. Week 4
72. Week 6
76. Week 7
79. Placement Complete
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Module 0 Signoff
I confirm that this student has adequately completed the module 0 exercise, as well as successfully
answered the Check Your Knowledge questions.
Tutor Feedback
Tutor Signature
Student Comment
Student Signature
Approval Date
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Decontamination Zone
Is there a contaminated returns area for staff to deliver containers or trolleys? Y|N
Is there a hand wash sink? Y|N Is there an eye wash station? Y|N
Ultrasonic Washer
Washer Disinfector
Cart Washer
Endoscope Reprocessor
Is there a gowning area with PPE? Y|N Is there a hand wash sink? Y|N
Is there an EVS room for IAP? Y|N Is there a Materials Transfer Room? Y|N
Heat Sealer
Sterilizer—High Temperature
Sterilizer—Low Temperature
Biological Incubator
Materials Storage
Is there a room for bulk storage of production materials separate from sterile storage? Y|N
Is this room separate from the work area and have space to store teaching materials? Y|N
Detergent Room
General Requirements
Air pressures
I confirm that this student has adequately completed the module 1 exercise.
Tutor Feedback
Tutor Signature
Student Comment
Student Signature
Approval Date
Place a pair of scissors, artificially contaminated with Glo GermTM, at the reception desk.
Follow the scissor’s progress as they are handled by multiple people. Using a long wave
UV lamp examine the scissors for removal of the Glo GermTM indicator. Examine staff
hands and the environment to see the spread of the indicator. This simulates microbial
contamination and its spread.
Additional Notes:
Prions They are quite small and can be difficult to remove from
uneven surfaces during cleaning. Most can be killed
by disinfectants and heat although spores often resist
disinfectants.
Infectious Agent
Susceptible Treatment of P
Reservoir
Host Recognise Hig
Ase
Portal of Portal of
Entry Exit H
C
Mode of Transmission
3. Put the steps for putting on and taking off PPE into the correct sequence
Gown Mask/Respirator
Mask/Respirator Gown
Gloves Gloves
I confirm that this student has adequately completed the module 2 exercise.
I have observed this student demonstrate PPE and Infection Control competency in accordance
with departmental policies and judge him/her to be at a level of competence and safety required in
a CSSD environment.
Tutor Feedback
Tutor Signature
Student Comment
Student Signature
Approval Date
Activity Notes
Osteotomes
Chisels
Rongeurs
Forceps
Hemostatic
forceps
Needleholders
Martensitic
Retractors
Cannulas
Rib spreaders
Suction devices
Austenitic
Serrations
Ratchet
Passivation
The following exercise will help you compare what you have learned to real-world
examples in your current training environment. Explore what surgical instruments and
reusable medical devices your unit reprocesses and complete the following checklist.
1. Circle which of the surgical specialties listed below are provided in your organization?
2. Do you have any other services? If so what are they?
3. How many of the following scissor types do you have in your facility?
4. Can you list another three scissor types you have?
5. How many of the following needleholder types do you have in your facility?
6. Can you list another 3 needleholder types?
10. How many of the following knife blade types are used in your facility?
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11. Are there any other knife blade types you are using?
12. How many of the following hemostatic forceps do you use in your facility?
13. Can you list 3 more hemostatic forceps that you have?
15. Can you list 3 more retractor types used?
16. How many of the following suction device types do you have?
17. Can you list another 3 suction device types you have?
19. Which of the following power types do you have?
I confirm that this student has adequately completed the Module 3 exercises and has correctly
documented the requested data.
Tutor Feedback
Tutor Signature
Student Comment
Student Signature
Approval Date
Exercise 1—Documentation
Exercise 2—Procedure
Visit the OR and follow a used surgical tray after use. Note your observations below.
Exercise 3—Scenario
1. In this scenario, you have arrived at the soiled utility room to collect contaminated
surgical instruments. Consider each of the questions below.
2. Have you received training for manual handling, collection and transportation?
YES NO
Competency Level
Competency
None Limited Some Excels
Handling
I confirm that this student has adequately completed the module 4 exercises.
I have observed this student demonstrate RMD Handling and Transportation competencies in
accordance with departmental policies and judge him/her to be at a level of competence and safety
required in a CSSD environment.
Tutor Feedback
Tutor Signature
Student Comment
Student Signature
Approval Date
Multipart devices
In your CSSD what factors do you think affect the efficacy of disinfection?
Daily
Weekly
Competency Level
Competency
None Limited Some Excels
I confirm that this student has adequately completed the module 5 exercises.
Tutor Feedback
Tutor Signature
Student Comment
Student Signature
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2. Can you suggest any other type of packaging material or techniques that may improve
the system in your department?
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Competency Level
Competency
None Limited Some Excels
Washer Unloading
Can outline reasons for choosing the correct size and type of
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peel pouch
List each surgical service handled by your CSSD and then list 3-5 sets from each
service, so that you have a total of at least 30 sets. Once the table is complete your
tutor/supervisor should initial the appropriate column when you have completed the sets
correctly – 1st time and 2nd time
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I confirm that this student has adequately completed the module 6 exercises.
I have observed this student demonstrate IAP competencies in accordance with departmental
policies and judge him/her to be at a level of competence and safety required in a CSSD
environment.
Tutor Feedback
Tutor Signature
Student Comment
Student Signature
Approval Date
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Exercise 2—Review Sterilizer Indicators
Look at the indicators used for sterilization in your unit. Note your findings
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Carry out a Bowie Dick test on one of your steam sterilizers. Discuss your
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Sterilizer:
Results:
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Sterilizer Loading
Sterilizer Unloading
I confirm that this student has adequately completed the module 7 exercises.
Tutor Feedback
Tutor Signature
Student Comment
Student Signature
Approval Date
Explore your sterile storage room and answer the following questions.
Are temperature, humidity and air pressure monitored in the sterile storage room? Y|N
Is the sterile storage room monitored and controlled between 18-25°C (64-77°F)? Y|N
Is the sterile storage room monitored and controlled between 30-60% humidity? Y|N
Is the sterile storage room monitored and controlled to maintain positive air pressure? Y|N
Does your hospital use time related expiration, event related expiration or both?
Is there a sink for hand hygiene? Y|N Are items stored close to the sink? Y|N
Are corrugated boxes in the room? Y|N Any food or drinks in the room? Y|N
Are any items stacked or forced? Y|N Is there writing on packs from a pen? Y|N
Are there any rubber bands used? Y|N Is the shelving washable? Y|N
Are there any windows in the room that allow direct sunlight to hit sets? Y|N
What is the height of the tallest shelf? Is it 45 cm lower than the ceiling? Y|N
Are all the bottom shelves at least 25-30cm above the floor? Y|N
Which inventory management system do you use? PAR, exchange or something else?
Competency Level
Competency
None Limited Some Excels
I confirm that this student has adequately completed the module 8 exercises.
I have observed this student demonstrate RMD Handling and Transportation competencies in
accordance with departmental policies and judge him/her to be at a level of competence and safety
required in a CSSD environment.
Tutor Feedback
Tutor Signature
Student Comment
Student Signature
Approval Date
Exercise 2—Sketch
List the types of endoscopes (gastroscopes, colonoscopes etc.) reprocessed in your unit
and establish what channels they have. Record your observations.
Endoscope Channels
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Leak Testing
Manual Washing
Rinsing
Disinfection
Storage/Drying
Documentation
I confirm that this student has adequately completed the module 9 exercises.
I have observed this student demonstrate Flexible Endoscopy competencies in accordance with
departmental policies and judge him/her to be at a level of competence and safety required in a
CSSD environment.
Tutor Feedback
Tutor Signature
Student Comment
Student Signature
Approval Date
1. The typical designs and layouts for Dental Decontamination Units have been discussed
in this Module. Which one of them most closely resembles your unit?
2. Sketch the layout of your Unit. Indicate the following in your sketch:
• the respective work zones (at least 5) and how they are kept separate
• the work flow through your Unit from Reception to Storage
• the air flows through your Unit and how it is controlled
4. Who is responsible for decontaminating the dental chair units, the dental unit waterlines
and suction/cuspidor units? At what intervals are these decontaminated?
3. Suction/cuspidor units
5. Is the water which enters the patient’s mouth tested microbiologically to verify the
decontamination process? Describe how this is achieved.
Competency Level
Competency
None Limited Some Excels
I confirm that this student has adequately completed the module 10 exercises.
Tutor Feedback
Tutor Signature
Student Comment
Student Signature
Approval Date
WEEK 1
1. Who is your Unit Manager/Director?
2. List the titles of all policies and procedures that must be adhered to in your CSSD.
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Decontamination Zone
Is there a contaminated returns area for staff to deliver containers or trolleys? Y|N
Is there a hand wash sink? Y|N Is there an eye wash station? Y|N
6. What is the manufacturer, model number and quantity of the equipment in the
Decontamination Zone?
Ultrasonic Washer
Washer Disinfector
Cart Washer
Endoscope Reprocessor
Is there a gowning area with PPE? Y|N Is there a hand wash sink? Y|N
Is there an EVS room for IAP? Y|N Is there a Materials Transfer Room? Y|N
Heat Sealer
Sterilizer—High Temperature
Sterilizer—Low Temperature
Biological Incubator
Materials Storage
Is there a room for bulk storage of production materials separate from sterile storage? Y|N
Detergent Room
General Requirements
Air pressures
9. Circle which of the surgical specialties listed below are provided in your organization?
11. How many of the following scissor types do you have in your facility?
13. How many of the following needleholder types do you have in your facility?
14. Can you list another 3 needleholder types?
15. How many of the following tissue and dressing forceps types do you have in your facility?
17. How many of the following knife handle types do you have?
18. How many of the following knife blade types are used in your facility?
10 11 12 18 20 24
20. How many of the following hemostatic forceps do you use in your facility?
21. Can you list 3 more hemostatic forceps that you have?
22. How many of the following retractor types are used in your facility?
23. Can you list 3 more retractor types used?
24. How many of the following suction device types do you have?
27. Which of the following power types do you have?
Competency Level
Competency
None Limited Some Excels
Handling
Supervisor Feedback
Supervisor Signature
Competency Level
Competency
None Limited Some Excels
21. Document sets processed in the Decontamination Unit of this Facility.
Supervisor Feedback
Supervisor Signature
Competency Level
Competency
None Limited Some Excels
Washer Unloading
Can outline reasons for choosing the correct size and type of
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peel pouch
In the table below list all sets available in the facility in the first column, update the second
column when you have attempted to pack this type of set and have the attempt initialed
by your supervisor. The purpose of this exercise is to have you attempt to pack as many
different types as possible during your internship.
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Week 4 Signoff
Supervisor Feedback
Supervisor Signature
Competency Level
Competency
None Limited Some Excels
Sterilizer Loading
Sterilizer Unloading
RMD Handling and Transportation Competency Checklist
Competency Level
Competency
None Limited Some Excels
Supervisor Feedback
Supervisor Signature
Competency Level
Competency
None Limited Some Excels
Leak Testing
Manual Washing
Rinsing
Disinfection
Storage/Drying
Documentation
Supervisor Feedback
Supervisor Signature
Successful completion of
Yes No
placement
Supervisor Feedback
Successful completion of
Yes No
placement
Supervisor Signature