CSSD

The Central Sterile Supply Department is to make reliably sterilized articles available at the required time and place for any agreed purpose in the Hospital as economically as possible, having regard to the need to conserve the time of users.

The objectives of the department are:

• To provide supplies of sterile instruments linen bags dressing and the sterile items used in patient care.
• To maintain record of effectiveness of cleaning, disinfection and sterilization process.
• To monitor and enforce controls necessary to prevent cross infection according to infection control policy.
• To maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment for smooth functioning to be informed regarding never development in the field of sterilization practise.
• To provide a safe environment for the patients and staff.