Perioperative Theatre Technology  ·  Level 6
Execution Of Perioperative Theatre Safety Precautions
Chapter 5: Monitor and evaluate delivery of Peri-operation Theatre services
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Practical 1: Assessment of Theatre Setup Compliance with Safety Standards

Perioperative Theatre Technology · Level 6
Execution Of Perioperative Theatre Safety Precautions
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Physically inspect and verify theatre setup compliance with safety standards including equipment arrangement and environmental conditions as per the provided checklist.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
PenSurgical gloves
Theatre equipment setup checklistFace mask
Foolscap paperScrubs
Gown
Footwear
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Operating theatre simulated environment with Mayo stand and back table1 station per candidate
2Theatre equipment setup checklist (printed)1 per candidate
3Pen and foolscap paper for recording1 set per candidate
4Surgical gloves1 pair per candidate
5Face mask1 per candidate
6Scrubs1 set per candidate
7Gown1 per candidate
8Footwear (closed theatre shoes)1 pair per candidate
9Simulated circulating personnel and surgeon2 persons per station
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Theatre Setup Inspection
Performed social hand wash before inspection
(Award 1 mark or zero)
1
Donning appropriate PPE including face mask, surgical gloves, scrubs, gown, and footwear
(Award 5 marks or zero)
5
Systematically inspected theatre environment for cleanliness, ventilation, and lighting
(Award 3 marks or zero)
3
Verified correct arrangement and sterility of Mayo stand and back table
(Award 4 marks or zero)
4
Checked availability and functionality of theatre equipment as per checklist
(Award 4 marks or zero)
4
Confirmed proper waste disposal bins are positioned and color-coded
(Award 2 marks or zero)
2
Ensured circulating personnel and surgeon roles and communication protocols were clear
(Award 2 marks or zero)
2
Recorded all findings accurately on checklist and foolscap paper without interruption
(Award 3 marks or zero)
3
Sub-Total24
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Completed theatre setup inspection report with all checklist items marked and remarks noted
(Award 6 marks or zero)
6
Report is clear, legible, and correctly identifies any non-compliance with safety standards
(Award 5 marks or zero)
5
Sub-Total11
GRAND TOTAL35
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Evaluation of Sterilization Process for Surgical Instruments

Perioperative Theatre Technology · Level 6
Execution Of Perioperative Theatre Safety Precautions
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Evaluate the sterilization process of a surgical instrument set by assessing the autoclave parameters, sterilization records, and physical cleanliness of instruments as per hospital standards.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Thermometer for autoclave temperature verificationUsed surgical instrument set
Stopwatch or timerSterilization records/logbook
Pen and clipboardFoolscap recording sheets
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Used surgical instrument set1 set per Candidate
2Sterilization records/logbook1 per Candidate
3Foolscap recording sheets2 sheets per Candidate
4Gown1 per Candidate
5Surgical gloves1 pair per Candidate
6Face mask1 per Candidate
7Scrubs1 per Candidate
8Footwear1 pair per Candidate
9Thermometer for autoclave temperature verification1 per Candidate
10Stopwatch or timer1 per Candidate
11Pen and clipboard1 per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Evaluation of Sterilization Procedure
Performed hand hygiene before starting the evaluation
(Award 1 mark or zero)
1
Donning appropriate PPE: gown, surgical gloves, face mask, and footwear
(Award 5 marks or zero)
5
Checked autoclave temperature using thermometer and recorded value
(Award 3 marks or zero)
3
Verified sterilization cycle duration using stopwatch or timer
(Award 3 marks or zero)
3
Inspected physical cleanliness and integrity of surgical instruments
(Award 3 marks or zero)
3
Reviewed sterilization records/logbook for completeness and accuracy
(Award 4 marks or zero)
4
Cross-checked sterilization parameters against hospital standards
(Award 3 marks or zero)
3
Recorded findings clearly and legibly on the foolscap sheets
(Award 3 marks or zero)
3
Maintained aseptic technique throughout the evaluation process
(Award 2 marks or zero)
2
Sub-Total27
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Accurate and complete documentation of sterilization parameters and observations
(Award 5 marks or zero)
5
Identification and clear reporting of any deviations from standard sterilization procedures
(Award 5 marks or zero)
5
Recommendations for corrective actions if sterilization process is found deficient
(Award 3 marks or zero)
3
Sub-Total13
GRAND TOTAL40
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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