Suction Equipment Check
This Suction Equipment Check ensures systematic verification and compliance with AARC requirements. Complete all sections for safety and regulatory compliance.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Each shift
- Estimated Time: 15-25 minutes
- Role: Nurse/RT
- Total Items: 33
- Compliance: AARC
Pre-Inspection
Initial verification before inspection.
- Previous records reviewed?
- Required PPE available?
- Inspection tools ready?
Compliance Verification
Verify regulatory compliance.
- Permits current?
- Training records current?
- Procedures accessible?
- Required signage displayed?
Physical Inspection
Visual and physical assessment.
- Condition acceptable?
- No damage or defects?
- Safety guards in place?
- Housekeeping acceptable?
- Emergency equipment accessible?
Operational Verification
Functional testing.
- Operating properly?
- Safety devices functional?
- No abnormal conditions?
Findings & Actions
Document findings and corrective actions.
- All deficiencies documented?
- Corrective actions assigned?
- Overall Status
- Notes
Additional Verification
Additional compliance and quality verification items.
- Emergency exits unobstructed and marked?
- First aid supplies stocked and accessible?
- Fire extinguisher accessible and inspected?
- All hazards identified and controlled?
- Previous inspection findings addressed?
- Required records properly maintained?
- Emergency exits unobstructed and properly marked?
- First aid supplies stocked and accessible?
- Fire extinguisher accessible and inspection current?
- All identified hazards documented and controlled?
- ...and 4 more items
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Why Use This Suction Equipment Check?
This suction equipment check helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for nurse/rt professionals, this checklist covers 33 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: each shift.
Ensures compliance with AARC. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Suction Equipment Check cover?
This checklist covers 33 inspection items across 6 sections: Pre-Inspection, Compliance Verification, Physical Inspection, Operational Verification, Findings & Actions, Additional Verification. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed each shift. Each completion takes approximately 15-25 minutes.
Who should use this Suction Equipment Check?
This checklist is designed for Nurse/RT professionals in the healthcare 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.