go see what's happening in pre-op, in the OR and in the PACU. Ask
open-ended questions about safety to staff in each area and be recep-
tive to their feedback. They know what's really happening in the
trenches and their insights on how to make safety improvements are
invaluable.
You also promote a safety culture by emphasizing the proper use of
surgical checklists, mandating the evacuation of surgical smoke, mak-
ing sure your staff is trained to prevent patient harm and helping them
understand that looking out for their own well-being is just as impor-
tant as caring for their patients.
Empower your staff
Every member of your surgical team, from the newly hired tech
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The Innovative Operio Mobile clean air zone unit ensures that both the
procedure site and the instrumentation near the wound remain sterile
during the entire procedure.
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• Eliminates dangerous bacteria-carrying particles
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• Can be used for a multitude of procedures
• Easy to use and transport
Protect your Sterile Zone
from Airborne Contamination
Overall size:
24"L x 18"W x 51-67"H,
92 lbs
" Everything which is to come into contact with
the wound has been made sterile, except the air,
which is in contact with everything"
– Whyte 1973
For more information, please contact Aseptic Air Control, LLC:
3831 Industrial Ave, Unit D, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008,
Phone (800) 448-0131, info@aseptic-air.com, www.asepticaircontrol.com
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toulmeditech.com
Västerås, Sweden
