T
he last
OR clean
of the
day is
arguably
the most important.
Here are 6 keys to
ensuring terminal
cleaning is done effec-
tively and efficiently,
so every surface in the
room is cleaned and
disinfected before the
next day's first case.
1. Daily double-
checks
At the end of each day, hang a checklist in the OR (see "10 Steps to
Terminal Cleaning Success" on page 56) so your terminal cleaning
crew can check off each task as they complete it. Staff who arrive
first the next morning inspect the ORs and confirm on the checklist
that the areas were terminally cleaned the night before. The day's
early arrivals should perform any skipped or missed tasks, and report
the oversight to you or your infection preventionist. Keep the check-
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Last One Out Cleans the OR
These 6 keys to terminal cleaning will leave your facility
spotless after a hard day's work.
Nikki Williams, RN, CNOR | Lakeland, Fla.
Lakeland
Surgical
&
Diagnostic
Center
• BENEATH THE SURFACE Monitor the cleaning crew to ensure they pay attention
to the details of terminal cleaning.