“Is holding and scrubbing bloodied instruments with a gloved hand acceptable by OSHA?
Should instruments be soaked in hot soapy cavicide water and run for 10 min in the ultrasonic, then bagged and sterilized?
Finally, should hinges of the hemostats and scissors be opened or closed during cleaning?”
References & Resources:
1. OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard
2. CDC Disinfection and Sterilization Guidelines
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