Disinfection Process
Flow Chart
Proper sanitation and disinfection techniques can prevent the spread of disease caused by exposure to infectious materials located on surfaces, tools, implements, etc.
Per state law, all instruments, implements and other nonporous tools must be cleaned and disinfected before each use.
CLEAN
Remove any visible dirt and debris from
the tool or implement.
REMOVE DEBRIS
Thoroughly wash the implement with
soap and hot water.
CLEAN/SANITIZE
Tools and implements to be disinfected fall
into two categories:
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DISINFECT
CANNOT be Submerged in EPA Registered Disinfectant:
CAN be Submerged in
EPA Registered Disinfectant:
Fully submerge these implements in disinfectant:
Spray or wipe these implements with disinfectant:
Rinse the tool or implement in hot water, dry, and store in a closed container.
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RINSE, DRY, & STORE
SINGLE USE ITEMS
Single use items must be thrown away in the trash after each use.