1. The SSD is designed so that it is physically separated from all other work areas and does not interfere with routine clinical practice.
2. The SSD is not intergral part of services user or treatment area, such as operating threatre.
3. The SSD is not to used as thoroughfare.
4. The SSD is purpose specific and built for reprocessing devices with clearly demarcated areas.
5. The SSD is designed to allow segregation of "dirty" and "clean" activities.
6. The SSD is designed to facilitate unidirectional flow from "dirty" area to "clean" area.
7. The SSD will have dedicated staff area in proximity for changing into work wear, which includes a shower, toilet facilities and lockers.
8. Access to the "dirty" and "clean" areas, such as the IAP room, should be through separate dedicated gowning rooms provided with hand hygiene facilities.
9. The dirty area, IAP, sterilizing and sterilizer unloading area should be free from windows that can be opened, ledges and difficult to clean areas.
10. The dirty area, clean area room, IAP area and sterilizing area should be designed to minimize ambient sound levels within the rooms. This will require particular attention to the installation of equipment, building finishes and maintenance of machines.
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