16 disinfecting nonelectrical tools and implements
Résumé
TLDRThe video provides a detailed guide on the proper disinfection procedures for non-electrical tools and implements. It emphasizes the importance of wearing gloves to prevent contamination and protect the skin. The disinfection process starts with an inspection for visible dirt followed by a thorough wash with soap and warm water. It’s important to use warm water for its better soap-removing properties and to ensure that the tools are clean and dry before using any disinfectant. The video also highlights the correct preparation and use of an EPA registered disinfectant solution, ensuring implements are fully submerged for at least ten minutes. Once disinfected, tools should be rinsed, dried, and stored properly. Additionally, the importance of changing the disinfectant solution daily and using the appropriate equipment when mixing solutions is stressed. It advises against disinfecting at the workstation to avoid cross-contamination and recommends safe disposal of single-use items.
A retenir
- 🧤 Always wear gloves to prevent contamination.
- 🌊 Rinse implements with warm, not hot, water.
- 🧼 Ensure implements are clean and dry before disinfecting.
- ⌛ Soak implements in disinfectant for at least 10 minutes.
- 🔍 Brush and open hinged implements for thorough cleaning.
- 🚫 Avoid cleaning tools at the workstation.
- 🔄 Change disinfectant solution daily.
- 👀 Use safety glasses and gloves when mixing solutions.
- 📦 Store disinfected implements in a clean container.
- 🗑️ Dispose of single-use items immediately.
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Always wear gloves to prevent contamination and protect your skin from disinfectant. Inspect tools for dirt, rinse under warm water, and wash with soap. Brush grooved areas, use warm water to rinse thoroughly, and dry with a clean towel. Prepare an EPA registered disinfectant solution, immerse tools, and soak for at least ten minutes. Remove tools using gloves or tongs, rinse and pat dry. Store in a clean container. Clean thoroughly before disinfecting, change solution daily, and ensure complete submersion. Read labels, use correct disinfectant, label containers, and protect eyes. Avoid cleaning at workstations to prevent cross-contamination. Dispose of single-use items immediately.
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Questions fréquemment posées
Why is it important to wear gloves when disinfecting tools?
Wearing gloves prevents contamination and protects hands from disinfectants.
How should grooved and hinged implements be cleaned?
Brush grooved areas and open hinged implements to scrub them thoroughly.
Why should warm water be used instead of hot water?
Warm water is preferred as it removes soap better than hot water.
What should you do before immersing implements in disinfectant solution?
Ensure that implements are clean, dry and opened if they have hinges.
How long should implements be soaked in disinfectant solution?
Implements should be soaked for at least ten minutes.
What should be done after removing implements from the disinfectant?
Rinse them well, pat dry, and store in a clean, covered container.
How often should the disinfectant solution be changed?
The solution should be changed daily to ensure it's free of debris.
What precautions should be taken when mixing disinfectant solution?
Wear gloves and safety glasses, and follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Why shouldn't tools be cleaned at the workstation?
To avoid cross-contamination, tools should not be cleaned at the workstation.
What should be done with single-use items after use?
They should be thrown directly into the trash immediately after use.
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