S.D. Admin. R. 44:76:02:05
Current through Register Vol. 51, page 67, December 16, 2024
Instruments, supplies, utensils and equipment which are not single service shall be decontaminated before sterilization in a manner that will make them safe for handling by personnel. Supplies and equipment commercially prepared and sterilized to retain sterility indefinitely are acceptable in lieu of sterilization in the facility. Autoclaves used for steam sterilization shall be bacteriologically monitored at least weekly. Supplies and equipment sterilized and packaged in the facility shall have the processing date on the package and shall be reprocessed in accordance with any specific manufacturer's recommendation for the packaging.
S.D. Admin. R. 44:76:02:05
General Authority: SDCL 34-12-13(2).
Law Implemented: SDCL 34-12-13(2).