All equipment or objects, including stomach tubes, floats, mouth speculums, endoscopes, and thermometers must be sterilized or disinfected before use on any patient. The equipment should then be returned to Central Supply for complete sterilization. Areas or equipment contaminated by feces, secretions, or blood must be cleaned and disinfected immediately by personnel in charge of the patient.
Cleanliness is the responsibility of ALL persons involved in the equine services.
The rounds room should kept clean including table, counter tops and floors. Personal stethoscopes may be used on animals with a green dot designation, but must be disinfected between patients. Chlorhexidine solutions should be changed at least every 48 hours or when soiled. Backpacks, etc. should be stored in cubbyholes in room 109, do not leave them in the breezeway. Do Not Leave Food Out at Any Time , clean up after yourself Refrigerators are NOT available for food intended for human use.