Sterile instrument storage systems

[Anonymous]

Dear all,

I am currently researching current standards for storing sterile reusable medical devices RMD’s. AS4187 standards require RMD’s to be stored 250mm off the floor, require good ventilation, easily cleaned smooth surfaces, temperature control and a dedicated area. The containers the instruments are placed in are also to be easily cleaned and no rough edges etc. I was of the opinion that the storage containers should be open wire baskets, however I can’t find a source for this and wanted to see if anyone knew where I can find the standards required by the health department? Furthermore should the shelving be open wire shelving as well. I have not been able to find any source that specifically states what type of system is required.

Kind regards

Jennifer Cartwright
Infection Control
Eye Surgery Foundation
Perth WA

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[Roel Castillo]

HI Jennifer

If you could refer to Appendix A, AS 4187:2003 Clause 9.2.1 Rationale.
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—–Original Message—–

Dear all,

I am currently researching current standards for storing sterile reusable medical devices RMD’s. AS4187 standards require RMD’s to be stored 250mm off the floor, require good ventilation, easily cleaned smooth surfaces, temperature control and a dedicated area. The containers the instruments are placed in are also to be easily cleaned and no rough edges etc. I was of the opinion that the storage containers should be open wire baskets, however I can’t find a source for this and wanted to see if anyone knew where I can find the standards required by the health department? Furthermore should the shelving be open wire shelving as well. I have not been able to find any source that specifically states what type of system is required.

Kind regards

Jennifer Cartwright
Infection Control
Eye Surgery Foundation
Perth WA

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[Sue Finch]

Hi Jennifer

Yes the standards do require that shelving is 250mm from the floor and 440mm
from ceiling and light fittings to allow free circulation of air, prevent
heating from light fittings and of course allows the cleaning of the store
room floor as well. The draft of the new AS 4187 standard just emphasises
the critical points of being far enough away from the ceiling, walls and
floor to allow cleaning without compromising stock, allow adequate
circulation of air and stock is prevented from being crushed, bent or
punctured etc As for the materials for the storage shelves, AS 4187-2003
suggests the ideal materials are stainless steel, chromium plated or plastic
coated mesh because they avoid the collection of dust and are easily
cleaned, but smooth laminated surfaces are also acceptable providing that
they are kept free from dust and vermin. The important facts for storage
surfaces is that they are easily cleaned, maintains the stock in a cool and
dry condition, does not compromise stock sterility and is used for the
dedicated purpose of sterile stock storage.
Hope this helps

Sue Finch
Nurse Consultant Infection Prevention

—–Original Message—–
Of Jennifer Cartwright

Dear all,

I am currently researching current standards for storing sterile reusable
medical devices RMD’s. AS4187 standards require RMD’s to be stored 250mm off
the floor, require good ventilation, easily cleaned smooth surfaces,
temperature control and a dedicated area. The containers the instruments are
placed in are also to be easily cleaned and no rough edges etc. I was of the
opinion that the storage containers should be open wire baskets, however I
can’t find a source for this and wanted to see if anyone knew where I can
find the standards required by the health department? Furthermore should the
shelving be open wire shelving as well. I have not been able to find any
source that specifically states what type of system is required.

Kind regards

Jennifer Cartwright
Infection Control
Eye Surgery Foundation
Perth WA

Sent from my iPad
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