Title: The role of sterile services department in preventing infection

Biography:

Fudim Michael has him expertise in evaluation and passion in improving the healthcare .He works as  CSSD manager  in private medical center .He has made a lot of changes in processes and flow of medical devices from all wards of medical center.

Abstract

Every healthcare organization faces many risks for transmission of infection, and may experience difficulties in setting priorities. A risk assessment process can assist in setting priorities and in establishing engagement and support from key stakeholders. The result can be a highly effective infection prevention and control program. In addition, the use of a progress report can be helpful for tracking activities on an ongoing basis, and for organizing and facilitating achievement of critical goals. This lecture will demonstrate the process of conducting a risk assessment, with a focus on strategies for success. A progress report will also be utilized for showing how to document and track accomplishments. Participants will have the opportunity to see practical applications of these concepts. Central sterile supply department (CSSD) is in charge of the supply of sterile medical instruments for all departments, which is a key department of preventing hospital-associated infection. It is important to assess the work quality of CSSD personnel to ensure implementation of accurate and appropriate sterilization technique.