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inches x 5.125 inches with one perforated tab, a green top tab with “CLEAN” in black text, a fluorescent orange/red bottom tab with “DIRTY” in black text, and the removable OSHA ap- proved “Biohazard Label” adhesive backing. The tag is produced precisely for transporting materials con- sidered a biohazard, while
Healthmark’s Transportation Identifi cation Tag
acting as an essential communication tool in the process. By labeling a cart or container “biohazard” upon its return to the sterile processing department, the Transportation Identifi cation Tag assists in supplying infor- mation to the OR/procedure room. Furthermore it fea- tures a checklist for the surgi- cal/procedure room/sterile
processing team to ensure adequate delivery of the case cart or container in question. With regards to labeling trends, Frieze points to those related to the transport of processed and soiled items. She notes that the Joint Commission has recommended identifi cation of items that are potentially hazardous, soiled or waste.
“Case Medical provides a device called a Disposition Monitor for which we have pat- ent pending, that can be affi xed to transport systems, case carts, etc. to clearly identify whether clean or biohazard items are en- closed. Further, we offer a biohazard tamper evident seal, which can be used on container systems after use in the OR when contaminated items are transported to the decontamination department.”
Our goal at DSI is to provide our customers with a clear concise decrease on their bottom line through utilization of our storage and inventory control systems.
Our Objectives: • Reduce total inventory costs • Reduce operating costs
• Increase efficiencies in the supply chain
• Increase the convenience of use for staff involved
Selecting what’s right for you The process of selecting instrument storage and organization products should not be performed in a void. CS/SPD staff must consider their overall processes, workspace and instrument inventory, the challenges they are currently facing and their future state. Experts also sug- gest that the CS/SPD reach out to OR staff for input when investing in new products for these purposes.
“Every CS/SPD across the country is differ- ent with it’s own set of challenges,” said Loper. “Workfl ow, stacking instruments, too much inventory and not enough space to store the inventory, managing sterility and contamina- tion risks, the increase in Joint Commission standards, maximizing employee effi ciency, safety, and productivity, and the list goes on and on.”
Consider workfl ows
“To choose the right container system, you have to look at the container’s path through your SPD suite, OR, and its return and consider not just how well the container itself houses equipment but how your facility will handle the containers. Look at the fi t in case carts, washers, sterilizers, SPD assembly stations and OR table sizes,” said Champion. “Your best bet is to trial containers so you can see how well they fi t your facility’s physical environment and check for real ease of use.”
Involve the OR
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Aesculap promotes the concept of Surgical Asset Management, which entails a team approach between OR and CS/SPD to view and manage their surgical instrument inven- tory as the multi-million dollar asset it truly is. According to Nuber, this approach provides opportunity for both clinical and financial improvement.
“OR and SPD must work together to identify instrument set organization needs and target sets,” said Nuber. “We recommend that you
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