SCFHS-accredited course
Central Sterile Supply Department CSSD According to International Standards and Patient Safety
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QUALITY SPECIALTIES HEALTH SERVICES
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Live online via Zoom
SCFHS-accredited
Attendance certificate
Hours uploaded 2-4 days after the course
Course Objectives
Explain the principles and functions of CSSD in healthcare organizations.
Identify international standards and guidelines governing sterilization practices.
Describe the workflow processes within CSSD, including decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and storage.
Apply proper cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization techniques for medical instruments.
Differentiate between various sterilization methods (steam, gas, plasma) and their appropriate uses.
Demonstrate correct packaging, labeling, and handling of sterile items.
Implement infection prevention and control measures within CSSD practices.
Monitor sterilization processes using biological, chemical, and mechanical indicators.
Evaluate the effectiveness of sterilization cycles to ensure patient safety.
Apply quality assurance and quality control measures in CSSD operations.
Identify common errors in sterilization processes and develop strategies to prevent them.
Ensure compliance with safety protocols and occupational health standards in CSSD.
Utilize documentation and tracking systems for instrument traceability.
Promote a culture of patient safety and continuous quality improvement.
Assess CSSD performance and recommend improvements based on best practices and standards.
Course Schedule
Scientific Program: Excellence in CSSD Practices
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
| Time | Details |
|---|---|
| 03:00 PM 04:00 PM |
Overview of CSSD Functions and Workflow
Importance of sterilization in infection prevention, enhancing healthcare quality, and ensuring patient safety.
Lecture
|
| 04:00 PM 05:00 PM |
International Standards and Compliance
Overview of ISO and AAMI, national regulations, and development of policies and procedures within CSSD.
Lecture
|
| 05:00 PM 06:00 PM |
Decontamination and Cleaning Methods
Types of contaminants, bio-burden, manual/automated cleaning, use of detergents, and safety precautions.
Lecture
|
| 06:00 PM 07:00 PM |
Inspection, Assembly, and Packaging
Instrument cleanliness checks, surgical set assembly, packaging materials, and labeling/traceability systems.
Lecture
|
| 07:00 PM 07:15 PM |
Break |
| 07:15 PM 08:00 PM |
Principles of Sterilization Techniques
Steam sterilization (autoclave), low-temperature methods (ethylene oxide/plasma), and correct loading.
Lecture
|
| 08:00 PM 09:00 PM |
Monitoring and Quality Assurance
Use of biological, chemical, and mechanical indicators, documentation, and quality control practices.
Lecture
|
| 09:00 PM 10:00 PM |
Risk Management and Continuous Improvement
Occupational health, recognizing common errors, corrective actions, and continuous quality audit processes.
Lecture
|
| 10:00 PM 10:45 PM |
Storage, Handling, and Environmental Monitoring
Proper storage conditions, safe transportation, infection prevention, and environmental monitoring in CSSD.
Lecture
|
| 10:45 PM 11:00 PM |
Q&A Session
|
Total CME Hours: 08:00
Target Audience
For All Health Practitioners
Accreditation Information
Accreditation number: ACA-20260001239
Activity organizing entity: Qosco for health services
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