HTM 01-05 Training Course

With reference to HTM 01-05, this presentation provides an understanding of the theory & issues relating to the decontamination and sterilisation of handpieces and instruments.

This course awards 1 hour of verifiable CPD and is provided at a nominal cost of £15 + VAT per person. A simple and effective tool to ensure all Practice members are singing from the same hymn sheet!

To book a place on this very popular course, call 01892 610202.

Presentation topics include:

• Why is decontamination important?
• What is inside a handpiece?
• How to decontaminate handpieces
• Why it is important to use the correct protocol
• HTM 01-05
• Cleaning, disinfection & sterilisation
• Sterile or Sterilised?
• Who is contagious and who is not?
• What not to decontaminate
• Preparation for cleaning
• PPE
• Which type of water are you using?
• Manual cleaning/ultrasonics/washer disinfector processes
• The use of a magnifying device
• Handpiece lubrication (to include manual v automated lubrication)
• Autoclaves – types of sterilisation cycle
• Load types for sterilisation
• Packaging
• Sterilisation - daily testing
• Sterilisation - validation
• Storage & traceability
• Decontamination questions to ask about your instruments
• Questions & Answers!