INTRAH training information packet (INTRAH TIP) : sterilization, disinfection, decontamination and cleaning of FP/MCH clinic equipment

This manual presents technical information on the sterilization, disinfection, and decontamination of FP/MCH equipment. Individual sections list and explain: (1) procedures that kill disease-causing micro-organisms; (2) when to use what procedure; (3) why cleaning instruments and equipment prior to sterilization, disinfection, or decontamination is important; (4) methods of sterilization (steam, dry heat, boiling, and cold sterilization); (5) methods of conducting high-level disinfection (chlorine-releasing solutions, iodofor solutions, alcohols, other solutions); (6) methods of decontamination; (7) when to use and when not to use antiseptics; (8) which method (sterilization, high-level disinfection, or decontamination) to choose for different types of equipment (a pull-out wall chart summarizing this information is included); and (9) when and how to use sterile gloves.