Inventory Stock Rotation

Practices in Central Sterile Processing

Inventory Stock Rotation

By: Aravena Jean-Baptiste

The Role of Sterile Processing

• Works behind the scenes in healthcare.

• Manages sterilized instruments, products and inventory.

• Ensures surgical readiness, regulatory compliance and patient safety.

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Importance of Inventory Management

Identify event-related expiration for sterilized items

Check if compromised; package is torn, wet, or dusty

Affects surgical readiness and response times

Ensures availability of critical supplies

Helps in following shelf-life policy

FIFO & Safe Storage Practices

Storage Guidelines

What is FIFO ?

• FIFO = First In, First Out

• Oldest stock is used before newer stock

• Prevents expired or obsolete items

• Helps avoid 'Neglected Pack Syndrome'

• Follow proper storage layout to prevent injury

• Arrange packages to allow easy rotation of stock

• Avoid compressing, crushing, or bending packages

• Ensure adequate shelf spacing

Storage Guidelines for Safety

• Light items → Top shelves

• Heavy items → Middle shelves

• No overhang allowed

• Ensure items are secure and accessible

Avoid storing sterile items near:

• - Sinks

• - Exposed pipes or drains

• - Air conditioning units

• Keep storage areas clean, dry, and dust-free

• Maintain 18 inches clearance from ceiling/sprinklers

• Ensure proper air circulation

• Do not block water flow during emergencies

Moisture & Contamination Risks

Weight-Based Placement

Fire Safety Requirements

Item Locator System

• Help retrieve items quickly and accurately

• Example: Unique Device Identifier (UDI)

• Introduced by FDA in 2013

• Tracks manufacturer info, ID number, specs

Risks Involved

• Some have expiry dates only on outer packaging

• Contain multiple items — must check all thoroughly

Technician Hygiene Matters

Proper placement = safety + sterility

Improper handling can compromise sterility

Sterile items must be handled with clean hands

Follow protocols and maintain cleanliness for patient safety

Quick 'KA'

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