Colorectal Surgery Suite Cleaning and Sanitization Protocol

Standard Operating Procedure for Maintaining Sterile Environments

Colorectal Surgery

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Last updated: Mar 24, 2025

1. Pre-Operative Area

Daily Cleaning Requirements

  • Clean all horizontal surfaces with EPA-registered hospital disinfectant
  • Sanitize patient examination tables with quaternary ammonium compounds
  • Wipe down all equipment controls and touchscreens
  • Empty and sanitize waste receptacles

Weekly Requirements

  • Deep clean floors with hospital-grade floor cleaner
  • Sanitize walls up to 6 feet height
  • Clean and disinfect air vents

2. Operating Room

Between Cases

  • Remove all disposable items and medical waste
  • Clean and disinfect OR table and mattress
  • Wipe down all surgical lights and equipment
  • Clean floors with germicidal solution
  • Replace all surgical linens

Terminal Cleaning (End of Day)

  • Complete top-to-bottom cleaning of all surfaces
  • Disinfect all equipment including anesthesia machines
  • Clean and sanitize storage cabinets
  • UV light sterilization if available

3. Instrument Processing Area

Daily Protocol

  • Clean and disinfect decontamination sinks
  • Sanitize all work surfaces
  • Clean ultrasonic cleaners and autoclaves
  • Check sterilization indicators

4. Documentation

Required Records

  • Daily cleaning checklist
  • Terminal cleaning log
  • ATP testing results
  • Environmental monitoring reports

5. Quality Control

Weekly Verification

  • Surface culture testing
  • ATP monitoring of high-touch surfaces
  • Environmental monitoring
  • Staff compliance audits

Note: This protocol must be updated annually or when new guidelines are issued by relevant regulatory bodies.

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