CENTRAL STERLISATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT :
(a) Exclusive or with substeriliation centres also :
The following two methods of disinfection and sterilization of the equipment & instruments.
1. Cidex sterilization 2. Autoclave sterilization
The equipments are cleaned, washed and packed in suitable drums. Linen material undergoes autoclaving at 127 degree at 15-20 PSI pressure for 20-25 minutes. Instrument undergoes autoclaving at 127 degree at 15-20 PSI pressure for 20-25 minutes.
(b) Equipment scope and inservice arrangement :
Cidex sterilization is used for sharp and heat labile instruments which are kept in Cidex tray for 1 h.
The Hospital utilizes sterile disposable gloves.
(c) Volume of work/day : 60 – 70 drums / day
(a) Arrangement for sterilization of mattresses & blankets : Mattresses are wrapped with rexin cover which can be washed & cover can be disinfected.
(b) Staff available in CSSD :
· Matron / Head Nurse : 1
· Staff Nurses : 4
· Technicians : 16
· Ward boys : 8
· Sweepers : 4
Central sterilization Department :
· Timings 24 Hours & Shifts: 3 shift of 8 hours each
· Equipment: Horizontal autoclaves 2 / Vertical autoclaves 2 bowl sterilizer 5 & instrument washing machine & disinfecting _______.
· ETO Sterilisers / Flash sterilizer (Desirable):
· No. of Bins 30, Trays 40, Packs sterilized 25/day.
· Sterilization validation facilities available:Chemical & microbiological
· Separate receiving and distribution points: Yes
· staff: Adequate
Incharge: Matron
· Separate 2 autoclave machines for Obst. & Gynac. Dept.