BEST CSSD COURSE IN THANE Sterilization is the process of destroying all living organisms on an item and is the main task of most sterile services departments. Items to be sterilized must first be cleaned in a separate decontamination room and inspected for effectiveness, cleanliness and damage. There are multiple methods of sterilization, and which one is used is dependent on many factors including: operational cost, potential hazards to workers, efficacy, time, and composition of the materials being sterilized. Decontamination is the most important step in the sterilization process beginning with point of use cleaning in the operating room. Items must be cleaned according to the manufacturer's instructions for use (IFU's). These must be followed for each item processed. Failure to properly clean a device will prevent sterilization from occurring. There are several factors that contribute to having a properly functioning decontamination area: [1] there must be proper dilution of detergents or damage to instruments will occur to include rusting and discoloration, [2] lumens are a big issue so there must be an assortment of brushes with varying lengths and diameters to thoroughly clean inside lumened instruments, [3] SPD staff need to be competent in the use of all processing equipment, [4] monthly in-service should be recurring and completed by the manufacturer's representative, [5] efficacy testing of the equipment should be completed and documented ensuring equipment is functioning as intended. ABOUT COURSE: Diploma in CSSD Technician, B. Sc. in Operation Theatre and Anaesthesia Technology and M. Sc. in Operation Theatre and Anaesthesia Technology . DIPLOMA: One Year, after 10th/12th. BACHELOR’S DEGREE: Three Years, after 12th AND after DIPLOMA Two Years. MASTERS DEGREE: Two Years, after Graduation (B. Sc.).