Resources: National & Regional Guidelines
U.S.A.
Recommended Testing Frequency
CDC Dental 2003
Correct functioning of sterilization cycles should be verified for each sterilizer by the periodic use (at least weekly) of Biological Indicators
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*Please note some states have adopted CDC guidelines as law, please refer to your states individual practice act.
ADA State Dental Boards
CANADA
Recommended Testing Frequency
*Note Ontario and Alberta are mandated to test daily
Best Practices for Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilization of Medical Equipment/Devices
In All Health Care Setting, 3rd Edition May 2013
Provincial Infectious Diseases Advisory Committee (PIDAC)
Biological indicators:
- At least each day that the sterilizer is used
- Each type of cycle that is used that day
- All loads containing implants.