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Infection Prevention Audit: Practice Checklist for Minor SurgeryQuestionsCompliance (if applicable)CommentsRationaleThere is a room designated for minor surgeryExpert GuidanceThe minor surgery environment isuncluttered with adequatestorage space.Best PracticeThe minor surgery room floor covering is intact, washable, nonslipwith coved edges and able to withstand chemical disinfection.Best PracticeThe minor surgery room walls have smooth,washable surfaces(no ceramic tiles)Best PracticeThe ceilings in the minor surgery room have smooth washable surfaces.Best PracticeThe window in the minor surgery room ensures privacy with opaqueglass (no curtains).Best PracticeThe ceiling light in the minor surgery room is covered.Best PracticeThere is adequate ventilation inthe minor surgery room by naturalor mechanical meansExpert GuidanceMechanical extract/ventilation inthe minor surgery undergoes routine cleaning.Best PracticeThe heat source in the minor surgery room e.g. the radiator(and pipework) is contained in asmooth-surfaced washable boxBest PracticeThe work surfaces in the minor surgery room are smooth, impervious and able to withstand chemical disinfectantsBest PracticeThere is no open shelving in the minor surgery room.Best PracticeThe treatment couch is intact with a washable, impervious surface.Expert GuidanceThe couch is protected with disposable paper towel changedbetween service users.Best PracticeThere is a cleaning schedule for privacy curtainsBest PracticeClinical hand wash basins conformto current recommendedguidance (HTM 64):- Elbow, foot or infra redoperated mixer taps- No swan-neck fittings on taps- Thermostatically controlled hot water- Free from sink plugs andoverflow- Water faucet extends over the drainage outletExpert GuidanceThe minor surgery room has a wall mounted dispenser containing disposable paper handtowels and a liquid soapdispenser.Best PracticeThe minor surgery room's clinical hand wash basin is free from reusable nail brushes.Expert GuidanceSkin antiseptics (e.g.Chlorhexidine, Betadine) areavailable for aseptic handwashing. Antiseptics are wall mounted and dispensed by aplunger or infra-redBest PracticeAntiseptic aqueous based skin preparations available i.e.Chlorhexidine, iodineBest PracticeSingle use, powder-free sterile surgeons gloves available if required.LegislationPPE RegulationsThe following are available whensplashing of body fluids isanticipated: Plastic goggles OR,Fluid repellent facemask/goggles/visor.Best PracticeSterile instrument packs are reprocessed and supplied by SSDBest PracticeThe minor surgery room has disposable sterile drapes available.Best PracticeThe minor surgery room has a designated stainless steel procedure trolleyExpert GuidanceDressing trolleys in the minor surgery room are cleaned with detergent and water before eachsession and with detergent and water or 70% alcohol betweencases.Expert GuidanceThe minor surgery room has access to an adjacent dirty utility areaBest PracticeThe minor surgery room has a designated decontamination sinkin the dirty utilityBest PracticeWaste bags are not attached tocupboard/trolley etc.Best PracticeThe minor surgery room has a foot operated, lidded clinical waste bin with yellow/orangebag.Best PracticeThe minor surgery room has a securely positioned sharps container which conforms toBS7320/UN3291Best PracticeClinical areas in the minor surgery room are cleaned at the beginning and end of each minor surgery clinic with an appropriate detergentExpert GuidanceThe minor surgery room has a domestic cleaning schedule thatdocuments twice daily cleaning.Best PracticeFollowing minor surgery, service users should return within twoweeks for a follow upappointment following a minor surgical procedureBest PracticeThe minor surgery clinic has a surveillance system for post operative wound infectionBest PracticeSignature: __________________________________________________________Date: __________________________________________ ................
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