Cardiology Practice Cleaning and Sanitization Protocol

1. General Areas

Daily Cleaning Requirements

• Reception and waiting areas: Clean and disinfect surfaces every 4 hours
• Exam rooms: Full sanitization between patients
• Restrooms: Clean and disinfect 3x daily minimum
• High-touch surfaces: Sanitize hourly (door handles, light switches)

2. Specialized Equipment

Cardiac Imaging Equipment

• Echo machines: Clean transducers and keyboards after each use
• EKG machines: Wipe down with approved disinfectant after each patient
• Stress test equipment: Full sanitization post-use
• Holter monitors: Sanitize before redistribution

Required Products

• EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectant
• Equipment-specific cleaning solutions
• Medical-grade sanitizing wipes
• UV-C sanitization equipment (if applicable)

3. PPE Requirements

• Disposable gloves
• Face masks
• Protective eyewear when handling cleaning chemicals
• Fluid-resistant gowns for deep cleaning

4. Documentation

Daily Cleaning Log

• Date and time of cleaning
• Areas/equipment cleaned
• Products used
• Staff member initials

5. Special Considerations

High-Risk Areas

• Procedure rooms: Terminal cleaning daily
• Device interrogation areas: Equipment-specific protocols
• Blood draw stations: Immediate decontamination post-use

6. Quality Control

• Weekly supervisory inspections
• Monthly ATP testing of critical surfaces
• Quarterly review of protocols
• Annual staff training updates