Veterinary Clinic Infection Control and Biosecurity Checklist
This comprehensive veterinary clinic infection control and biosecurity checklist ensures regulatory compliance with AVMA, AAHA, CDC, State Veterinary Medical Board, OSHA. Comprehensive infection control inspection for companion animal veterinary clinics covering disinfection protocols, isolation procedures, zoonotic disease precautions, and personnel protective practices per AVMA infection control guidelines and AAHA Standards. Protects patients, staff, and clients from healthcare-associated inf
- Industry: Veterinary & Animal Care
- Frequency: Daily / Per Procedure
- Estimated Time: 35 minutes
- Role: Veterinarian / Clinic Manager / Animal Care Lead
- Total Items: 25
- Compliance: AVMA, AAHA, CDC, State Veterinary Medical Board, OSHA
Surface Disinfection and Cleaning
Verify cleaning and disinfection per AVMA infection control guidelines.
- Are exam tables disinfected between patients with EPA-registered veterinary disinfectant with appropriate contact time?
- Are disinfectants prepared at correct dilution per manufacturer label and changed per use-life requirements?
- Are surfaces pre-cleaned to remove organic material before disinfectant application?
- Are high-touch surfaces (door handles, cages, leash hooks) disinfected at minimum daily?
- Are kennels and runs cleaned, disinfected, and completely dry before housing new patients?
- Is contaminated laundry (towels, bedding) handled with gloves and laundered at temperatures effective against pathogens?
Isolation and Triage
Verify isolation procedures per AAHA infection control standards.
- Is dedicated isolation area available for animals with suspected contagious disease?
- Is separate PPE (gloves, gown, mask) donned when entering isolation area and removed upon exit?
- Is curbside or phone triage conducted to identify contagious disease suspects before entry into clinic?
- Is isolation area clearly marked with warning signs and restricted to essential personnel only?
- Is dedicated equipment (stethoscopes, thermometers) reserved for isolation area and decontaminated after use?
Zoonotic Disease Precautions
Verify zoonotic disease protective measures per CDC One Health guidelines.
- Are all staff performing hand hygiene with soap and water after animal contact and before eating or leaving work?
- Is rabies exposure protocol in place including bite reporting, wound care, and PEP consultation for suspect exposure?
- Is dermatophyte (ringworm) protocol in place with gloves, gown, and staff education on self-examination?
- Are immunocompromised staff identified and given modified duties to reduce zoonotic disease risk per AVMA guidance?
- Are pregnant staff advised of Coxiella (Q fever) risk during lambing/kidding season?
Instrument Sterilization and Aseptic Technique
Verify instrument reprocessing per AVMA guidelines.
- Is autoclave tested weekly with biological indicator (Geobacillus stearothermophilus) spore test?
- Are autoclave cycle parameters (temperature, pressure, time) logged for each load?
- Are instruments cleaned, packaged in sterilization pouches, and sterility maintained until opening?
- Are chemical indicator strips/tape included in each sterilization pack to confirm sterilant exposure?
- Are sterile packs labeled with expiration date and stored in clean area away from moisture and contamination?
Medical Waste and Sharps Management
Verify medical waste management per state and EPA regulations.
- Are FDA-cleared sharps containers used, not overfilled beyond fill line, and disposed by licensed medical waste hauler?
- Is biohazardous waste (tissues, blood-contaminated materials) segregated in red bag biohazard containers?
- Are controlled substance waste and expired drugs disposed per DEA Diversion Control requirements?
- Is needlestick/sharps injury exposure plan in place per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 Bloodborne Pathogens?
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Why Use This Veterinary Clinic Infection Control and Biosecurity Checklist?
This veterinary clinic infection control and biosecurity checklist helps veterinary & animal care teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for veterinarian / clinic manager / animal care lead professionals, this checklist covers 25 critical inspection points across 5 sections. Recommended frequency: daily / per procedure.
Ensures compliance with AVMA, AAHA, CDC, State Veterinary Medical Board, OSHA. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Veterinary Clinic Infection Control and Biosecurity Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 25 inspection items across 5 sections: Surface Disinfection and Cleaning, Isolation and Triage, Zoonotic Disease Precautions, Instrument Sterilization and Aseptic Technique, Medical Waste and Sharps Management. It is designed for veterinary & animal care operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily / per procedure. Each completion takes approximately 35 minutes.
Who should use this Veterinary Clinic Infection Control and Biosecurity Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Veterinarian / Clinic Manager / Animal Care Lead professionals in the veterinary & animal care 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.