Decontamination is a process or treatment that renders a medical device, instrument, or environmental surface safe to handle.  Decontamination is, according to OSHA, “the use of physical or chemical means to remove, inactivate, or destroy bloodborne pathogens on a surface or item to the point where they are no longer capable of transmitting infectious particles and the surface or item is rendered safe for handling, use, or disposal” [29 CFR 1910.1030].   Proper cleaning of instruments or devices involves a multi-step process, which includes:  Presoaking, disassembling, cleaning, rinsing, packaging, sterilization, storage and shelf-life.  See other recommendations on decontamination at www.cdc.gov.  See also “Guideline for Disinfection and Sterilization in Healthcare Facilities, 2008”.

ATS, Inc. provides products and services to assist your office in its endeavor for sterility assurance, protecting yourself, your patients and staff from the spread of harmful communicable diseases.

DID YOU KNOW?

§    Autoclave Testing Service, Inc. is one of the first companies nationwide to offer a Mail-In sterilizer monitoring service using biological indicators.  Serving the healthcare industry throughout the United States and Canada since 1986, we have thousands of satisfied customers.

§  We have on-line test results allowing you to access your results at your convenience!  Your Sterilizer Test Report (STR) is posted on-line upon completion of culturing, offering minimum turn-around time.

§   We have 24-hour test results for Steam sterilizers!

§   We have a comprehensive Glossary of Terms related to the sterile processing area (scroll below to view the Glossary).  This is invaluable information, assisting you with this important area of your facility.

ATS, Inc. now stocks sterilization pouches, sterilizer cleaners, chemical indicator products, sterilizers (new and used), ultrasonic cleaners, water distillers, and more!  (see Supplies).