Autoclave safety training

• In-person event
• 506, Pigiarvik, Carleton University
• 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, ON, K1S 5B6

• Contact
• Sadaf Umer, sadafumer@cunet.carleton.ca

Autoclaves are used to sterilize materials and to decontaminate biomedical waste. Water, pressure, and heat are used to create a super heated steam that kills microorganism and spores. Under regulations from the Ministry of the Environment and the Public Health Agency of Canada, all biohazardous waste and contaminated materials (including Risk Group 1 organisms) must be decontaminated prior to disposal.  Autoclaving is a simple and effective means of waste decontamination and sterilization.

Before an individual uses an autoclave they must first receive training on the proper and safe use (including loading and unloading) in order to prevent injuries and to ensure effective decontamination/sterilization.  This training is a two part process;

Autoclave safety training

Practical, equipment specific training to be provided by the supervisor