The Principles of Medical Device Decontamination

◊ Examine the maintenance records for proper housekeeping. ◊ Is the backwash regime functioning properly? ◊ Is the correct salt being used and is it being replenished? ◊ Is it still in circuit and not bypassed and acting as a large dead leg? ◊ Check the materials as used for the supply pipework to any

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l High level filtration and water scavenging units (If required) ◊ Examine the maintenance records for filter changes. ◊ When filters were changed, were the seals changed or disinfected? ◊ Were the filter housings cleaned out before the new elements were fitted? ◊ Check the materials as used for the filter housings and systems. ◊ Are pressure gauges fitted to enable an indication of filter failures and blockages that may be causing problems? ◊ Are the gauges checked periodically for function and comparison readings against a known source?

Note: More scavenging systems may be required in the future

as tanked chlorinated water supplies increase

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