RECALL PROCEDURE
When a non-sterile item is found or detected by a user, certain procedures should be followed:
1. The user, person who opens the pack, should look at:
Indicator tape affixed to outside of pack.
2. The indicators should show visible signs of sterilization exposure, i.e.:
a) Steam indicator tape will have a black stripe
b) Gas indicator tape will have a red stripe
3. In the event these indicators do not show exposure, the user should notify the manager and/or assistant manager of CS.
4. Upon notification of a non-sterile package processed by CS the following procedures will be followed:
a) The manager of CS will notify the affected departments and/or units.
b) All processed in the sterilizer load affected will be retrieved, reprocessed and returned or replaced.
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