cssd

Central Sterile Supplies Department (CSSD)
-Sayali Tungare
(PRN:09040141014)

CSSD – An Introduction
Availability of reliably sterilized equipment
Right place and right time
Receives, stores, sterilizes and distributes

Objectives
To provide sterilized material from a central department
To take some of the work of the Nursing staff so that they can devote more time to their patients.
To avoid duplication of costly equipment’s, which may be infrequently used.
To maintain record of effectiveness of cleaning, disinfection and sterilization process.

Objectives (contd…)
To monitor and enforce controls necessary to prevent cross infection.
To maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment.
To stay updated regarding developments in the field.
To provide a safe environment for the patients and staff.

Need for CSSD
High cost of Single Use Devices
Low medical waste
Reduce Hospital Acquired Infections
Reduce cost through centralisation

What does CSSD need?
Trained Professionals
Co-ordination between dirty area, assembly area, sterile area and storage area
Necessary equipment
Constant upgrading

Means of Sterilizing
Chemical Sterilization
Irradiation
Gaseous Sterilization
Steam and Hot Air

Work Flow

Staff organization
Head of healthcare facility
CSSD Manager
Shift Supervisor
CSSD Personnel

Alternatives
Disposable syringes and needles
Paper drapes
Aluminum Foil
Cardboard boxes
Plastics

Restrictions
No uniform accreditation system
Gulf between planning and implementation
Low Funds
Lack of expertise
Indigenous autoclave

Latest Trends
Advanced sterilization machines
Spaulding Classification
No outsourcing

Organizations Associated
Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI)
International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM)
World Health Organization(WHO)
Centre for Disease Control (CDC)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
International Standard Organisation(ISO)

References
The organization of central sterile supply departments, J. D. WELCH
www.durdanshospital.com
www.indianexpress.com

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