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nstrument trays are scalding when they're first removed from
the autoclave and can cause serious injury if a member of the
sterile processing team accidently brushes up against one. We
designated an out-of-the-way area for the trays to sit until they're
cool enough to touch. The area helps to keep the department
organized and also protects staff from inadvertent burns.
Elena G. Canacari, RN, CNOR
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Boston, Mass.
ecanacari@bidmc.harvard.edu
Give Sterilized Instruments a Chance to Cool Off
• DON'T TOUCH Designate an area for instruments fresh from the autoclave to cool off so staff members don't acciden-
tally bump into the hot trays.
STAFF
SAFETY
Ross
Simon,
BA
