HTM 2030 provides guidance on disinfection processes. This includes the testing and validation of all types of ultrasonic cleaner and washer disinfector used in the healthcare sector.
Document | HTM 2030 | ||||||||
Full Title | Health Technical Memorandum 2030 – Washer-Disinfectors | ||||||||
Applies | England | ||||||||
Sector | Healthcare | ||||||||
Covers | All types of Washer Disinfector and Ultrasonic Cleaner used in healthcare. | ||||||||
Status | ARCHIVED | ||||||||
About HTM 2030HTM 2030 is a partially archived document with CFPP 01-01 now being applicable to the Acute Healthcare Sector and HTM 01-05 now being applicable to Primary Healthcare Sector. The document focuses on washer-disinfectors and the design, installation, operation and management of all types of thermal disinfection processes across several healthcare sectors. |
|||||||||
HTM 2030 was first published in 1997 and was one of the definitive UK documents for decontamination within healthcare facilities until March 2013. It is now used for information purposes and guidance that has not yet been transferred to CFPP. |
|||||||||
Part 1: Operational ManagementThis document provides information to management personnel within facilities that use washer-disinfectors. Types of washer-disinfector are elaborated on as well as guidance on legal and policy requirements. This document also provides guidance on routine use and maintenance, as well as the use of log books and procedures for reporting faults, defects and accidents. Status: ARCHIVED |
|
||||||||
Part 2: Design ConsiderationsThis document provides guidance on washer-disinfector specifications and installation of new equipment on site. Specific requirements are provided for each washer-disinfector type. Status: ARCHIVED |
|
||||||||
Part 3: Validation and VerificationThis document provides guidance and schedules for testing washer-disinfectors and ultrasonic cleaners. This includes commissioning, performance qualification (PQ) and subsequent periodic testing. Status: ARCHIVED |
|