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• For peracetic acid (PAA) disinfectant handling guidelines, refer to the American National Standard
recommended practice titled, Chemical Sterilants and High Level Disinfectants: A Guide to Selection
and Use (AAMI TIR7:1999) and/or Safe Handling and Biological Decontamination of Reusable
Medical Devices in Health Care Facilities and in Nonclinical Settings (AAMI/ANSI ST35:2003). The
documents are available from the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation.
• In the event of a disinfectant or other chemical leak, use personal protective equipment (clothing, gloves
& safety glasses) & follow the disinfectant manufacturer’s guidelines for spill clean-up procedures.
• Place guidelines for disinfectant clean-up in an easily visible area near the reprocessor to ensure users
will have access to the information when needed.
• It is recommended that the facility conduct regular training of all personnel concerned with the
operation and maintenance of this equipment, including emergency procedures for toxic, ammable
or pathogenic material released into the environment. Records of attendance at training should be
maintained and evidence of understanding demonstrated.
Handling and storage of 70% Isopropyl Alcohol.
Handling
Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Extinguish any naked ames. Remove ignition sources.
Avoid sparks. Do not smoke. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Earth all equipment.
Do not empty into drains.
Handling Temperatures
Ambient.
Storage
Keep away from direct sunlight and other sources of heat or ignition. Do not smoke in storage areas. Keep
container tightly closed and in a well-ventilated place.
Storage Temperatures
Ambient.
Product Transfer
Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Earth all equipment. Avoid splash lling.
Respiratory Protection
No specic measures.
Eye Protection
Monogoggles.
Body Protection
Standard issue work clothes. Safety shoes or boots – chemical resistant.
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