Washer Disinfector Validation and Testing

This course provides dental professionals with knowledge on the following topics related to Washer-Disinfectors for cleaning instruments and medical devices:

• Overview, usage by region, and features of Washer-Disinfectors
• Washer-Disinfector Cycle and Requirements, including legislation
• Requirements for a Successful Washer-Disinfector Cycle, such as preparing for the cycle and running it
• Routine Housekeeping and Safety Checks for a Washer-Disinfector, including what checks to perform, required equipment and materials, and when and by whom to perform them
• Visual Cleaning Efficacy Test, including its importance, who should perform the test and when, how to do it, and how to interpret the results
• Protein Residue Testing for Instruments, including what the test is, when to perform it, how to do it, and how to interpret the results
• Example Tests, including the Cleaning Efficacy Test for Washer-Disinfectors: Soil Test
• Automatic Control Test for Washer-Disinfector, including when to perform the test, how to do it, and what to do if the test fails

By completing this course, dental professionals will gain the knowledge and skills to effectively and safely use Washer-Disinfectors for cleaning instruments and medical devices in compliance with legislation and industry standards.