Re: Alcohol hand rub in CSSD

[Michelle Bibby]

Thanks Terry

I agree 100%, if this was the case, we wouldnt even have theatre staff using ABHR

Thanks for the confirmation

Regards

Michelle

Michelle Bibby

Infection Prevention Australia

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Hi Everyone,

My response to being told that you cant use ABHR in CSSD is wheres the evidence?

If you read the ingredients of liquid soap you will also find it contains emollients.

I remember vividly watching a demonstration at a polypropylene sterilisation wrap factory of the impact of liquid soap in the permeability of the product when applied directly to the surface. However who would ever think to apply liquid soap to a sterilisation wrap?

Long story short, they wouldnt and the hand hygiene process would ensure that clean, dry hands are no risk to the sterile barrier.

Therefore I am of the opinion that YES, CSSD staff can use an ABHR when appropriate in the CSSD workspaces, as long as they use the product correctly and ensure their hands are dry before touching sterile barrier systems and RMDs.

If CSSD staff cant use an ABHR because theres an emollient in it, then it follows that anybody touching a CSSD produced sterile package should not be allowed to use ABHR.

IF someone has evidence to the contrary please share.

Kind Regards

Terry McAuley

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MSc Medical Device Decontamination

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This correct most ABHR have an emollient of some description which may compromise sterile wrap. CSSD staff should have available a handwashing sink.

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Hello just after some advice on using the 70% alcohol hand rub in CSSD. I was under the impression it would be acceptable to use but my CSSD staff have said they were told as it has a moisturiser component it cant be used. I am aware that straight moisturiser cant be used during the shift any thoughts?

Thanks

Jenny

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Jenny McCarthy

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Maryvale Private Hospital

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