Veterinary Surgery Suite Aseptic Technique Checklist [FREE PDF]

This veterinary surgery suite aseptic technique checklist ensures operating rooms maintain proper sterility and aseptic technique per AAHA hospital standards, ACVS (American College of Veterinary Surgeons) guidelines, and AVMA practice guidelines. Head veterinarians and surgical technicians use this before each surgical procedure to prevent surgical site infections.

  • Industry: Veterinary
  • Frequency: Per Procedure
  • Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Role: Veterinarian / Veterinary Technician
  • Total Items: 9
  • Compliance: AAHA Accreditation Standards - surgical suite, ACVS (American College of Veterinary Surgeons) guidelines, AVMA Guidelines for Veterinary Practice, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 (bloodborne pathogens)

Suite Preparation

Verify surgery suite is prepared for aseptic procedure.

  • Surgery suite cleaned and disinfected since last procedure?
  • All instrument packs sterile with indicator strip changed?
  • All sterile packs intact with no tears, moisture, or expired date?
  • Surgical table draped with sterile drape?

Patient Prep & Surgical Team

Verify patient and team aseptic technique.

  • Surgical site properly clipped and aseptically prepared?
  • Surgeon performed proper surgical scrub?
  • Sterile gloves donned using aseptic technique?
  • Protocol for break in sterile field established and communicated?
  • Surgical suite preparation notes

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Why Use This Veterinary Surgery Suite Aseptic Technique Checklist [FREE PDF]?

This veterinary surgery suite aseptic technique checklist [free pdf] helps veterinary teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for veterinarian / veterinary technician professionals, this checklist covers 9 critical inspection points across 2 sections. Recommended frequency: per procedure.

Ensures compliance with AAHA Accreditation Standards - surgical suite, ACVS (American College of Veterinary Surgeons) guidelines, AVMA Guidelines for Veterinary Practice, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 (bloodborne pathogens). Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Veterinary Surgery Suite Aseptic Technique Checklist [FREE PDF] cover?

This checklist covers 9 inspection items across 2 sections: Suite Preparation, Patient Prep & Surgical Team. It is designed for veterinary operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed per procedure. Each completion takes approximately 15-20 minutes.

Who should use this Veterinary Surgery Suite Aseptic Technique Checklist [FREE PDF]?

This checklist is designed for Veterinarian / Veterinary Technician professionals in the veterinary 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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