Olympus OER-Pro Operation Manual page 243

ENDOSCOPE REPROCESSOR OER-Pro Operation Manual
• When handling the disinfectant solution, wear personal
protective equipment to prevent any disinfectant from getting
on your skin or being inhaled. Avoid direct physical contact
and inhalation of vapors. If any disinfectant solution gets in
your eyes, immediately rinse with a large amount of fresh
water and then consult a medical specialist. Personal
protective equipment, such as eyewear, face mask,
moisture-resistant clothing, and chemical-resistant gloves
that fit properly and are long enough so that your skin is not
exposed. All personal protective equipment should be
inspected before use and replaced periodically before it is
damaged.
• When using the disinfectant solution and alcohol, Olympus
recommends the use of gas filters and running this
equipment in well-ventilated areas.
 Wear a face mask, gloves, and protective clothes to
minimize aspiration and skin contact.
 Wear goggles for eye protection.
Refer to the following association's guidelines related to
ventilation:
SGNA (Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and
Associates)
ASGE (American Society of Gastroenterological
Endoscopy)
APIC (Association for Professionals of Infection
Control and Epidemiology)
AORN (Association of Preoperative Registered
Nurses)
ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials)
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health
Administration)
ACGIH (American Conference of Governmental
Industrial Hygienists)
NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety
and Health)
AIA (American Institute of Architects)
Do not handle the equipment if the operator shows any
allergic symptoms even while wearing protective gear.
• Effective reprocessing cannot be guaranteed when a
nonvalidated disinfectant solution is used. Equipment
malfunction may also result.
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