Ambulatory Surgery Center Safety Checklist [FREE PDF]

ASC administrators and quality directors use this checklist per CMS Ambulatory Surgery Center Conditions for Coverage 42 CFR 416 and state ambulatory surgery licensure requirements.

  • Industry: Healthcare / Surgery
  • Frequency: Monthly
  • Estimated Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Role: ASC Administrator
  • Total Items: 8
  • Compliance: CMS 42 CFR Part 416, State ASC Licensure

Surgical Safety & Time-Out

Verify surgical safety protocols and timeout procedures.

  • Is the surgical time-out performed before every procedure (patient, site, procedure)?
  • Are informed consents signed, site-marked, and verified before sedation?
  • Are instrument, sponge, and needle counts completed and reconciled?
  • Surgical safety notes

Environment & Emergency Readiness

Inspect surgical environment and emergency preparedness.

  • Are sterilization records current with biological indicators passing?
  • Is the crash cart/emergency equipment checked and fully stocked?
  • Is the hospital transfer agreement current and staff know the transfer protocol?
  • Environment notes

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Why Use This Ambulatory Surgery Center Safety Checklist [FREE PDF]?

This ambulatory surgery center safety checklist [free pdf] helps healthcare / surgery teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for asc administrator professionals, this checklist covers 8 critical inspection points across 2 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly.

Ensures compliance with CMS 42 CFR Part 416, State ASC Licensure. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Ambulatory Surgery Center Safety Checklist [FREE PDF] cover?

This checklist covers 8 inspection items across 2 sections: Surgical Safety & Time-Out, Environment & Emergency Readiness. It is designed for healthcare / surgery operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed monthly. Each completion takes approximately 20-25 minutes.

Who should use this Ambulatory Surgery Center Safety Checklist [FREE PDF]?

This checklist is designed for ASC Administrator professionals in the healthcare / surgery industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.

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