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Department workflow, airflow and environmental controls

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Decontamination area

Decontamination room with multi-basin sinks, a covered transport container and washing equipment.
Decontamination receives contaminated items for cleaning. This illustrative room shows the role of the area, not a validated facility layout or equipment setup.
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Preparation and packaging area

Preparation worktable with an inspection magnifier, instrument tray and wrapping material.
Clean preparation is where instruments are inspected, assembled and packaged. Clean items at this stage are not yet sterile. Room arrangement is illustrative.
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Sterile storage area

Storage room with wrapped packs and closed containers on shelves above the floor.
Storage protects processed packages from damage and moisture. This room illustration does not specify shelf clearances or replace the facility's storage requirements.
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