SPD Fact Check - Just Roll with It? The Dirty Truth about Instrument Transport

About this episode

This episode discusses the critical steps for safely transporting contaminated instruments in healthcare facilities.

It might only be a few steps from the OR to decontam, so how do you ensure your instruments get there safely? This week on Season 32 "SPD Fact Check," we're joined by veteran Sterile Processing consultant Marc Finch as he shares what it really takes to move contaminated instruments safely through your facility. From what AAMI ST79 requires to why back table drapes and biohazard bags fall short, Marc walks us through the critical steps that can often be overlooked. He also highlights how gaps in transport practices can expose staff, damage instruments, and create risks throughout your workflow. Whether your team is moving instruments down the hall or across multiple floors, this episode will have you taking a closer look at how your transport process holds up. After finishing this podcast episode, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/episode32-03 Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #Podcast #Season32 #SPDFactCheck #InstrumentTransport #CaseCart #BiohazardBag #Safety #Compliance

People in this episode

Guest: Marc Finch

Topics covered

• Sterile Processing
• Instrument Transport
• Safety
• Compliance
• Healthcare

Keywords

• Sterile Processing
• Instrument Transport
• AAMI ST79
• biohazard bags
• safety
• compliance
• decontamination

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: AAMI, Beyond Clean, Flexiquiz, Beyond Clean Media

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