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Ohio Veterinary - Sterilization Guidelines

Surgery

If surgery is performed, appropriate surgical facilities shall be operated and maintained in accordance with accepted surgical practices. A suitably equipped surgical area shall
include, but is not limited to, the following:

(A) A means for effective sterilization of instruments, drapes, gloves, gowns or similar items.

(B) A Sink with running water suitable for scrubbing and other surgical preparation.

(C) An operating light of sufficient power to assure clear illumination of the operative field.

(D) Instruments and drapes appropriate for the surgical procedure.

(E) Emergency lighting.

(F) Instruments and equipment for assisted ventilation.

(G) Immediate access to emergency drugs and equipment.

(H) An oxygen delivery system.

(I) If gas anesthesia is used, an appropriate and adequate scavenging system must be in place.

(J) The surgery area shall be clean and orderly, with construction and ventilation designed to avoid contamination. The surgery area shall be suitable for the surgical
procedures which will be performed, and shall be constructed of impervious material which can be adequately maintained and disinfected.

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