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CDC Operating Room Terminal Cleaning Checklist

Ensure patient has been safely transferred out of the operating room

Remove and dispose of all medical and waste clutter from the operating room

Doff personal protective equipment (PPE) and perform hand hygiene

Don fresh PPE for cleaning procedures

Begin high-level disinfection procedures on all high-touch surfaces in the operating room

Ensure all surfaces, including lights, trays, and monitors are disinfected

Clean the floor with hospital-grade disinfectant

Perform disinfection procedures on equipment following manufacturers' instructions

Change mop heads and cleaning cloths regularly during cleaning

Replace sharps container if full

Clean and disinfect the operating table

Check operating room equipment for potential maintenance issues

Place all dirty linens in a sealed bag for cleaning

Restock all necessary supplies in the operating room

Perform final sweep of the operating room for cleanliness

Document all cleaning activities

Doff PPE and perform hand hygiene post-cleaning

Approval: Environmental Safety Officer

Notify nursing staff that cleanup is complete and the room is ready for use

Ensure patient has been safely transferred out of the operating room

Confirm that the patient has been safely moved out of the operating room. This task ensures that the room is ready for cleaning and preparation for the next patient. The desired result is a cleared operating room that is ready for thorough cleaning.

Patient Transfer Status

1

Complete
2

Incomplete

Remove and dispose of all medical and waste clutter from the operating room

Remove any medical equipment or waste that may be present in the operating room. This task is crucial for maintaining a clean and organized environment for the next procedure. Ensure proper disposal of waste as per hospital guidelines.

Items to Remove