Site Map	Sterile Scrub Technique and Gown

• Remove all jewellery, except wedding ring
• Don a theatre cap and mask in theatre
• Lay out gown and gloves in aseptic manner
• Open scrub brush before wetting hands
• Turn on taps
  • Ensure suitable water temperature
• Scrub with appropriate skin disinfectant
  • Scrub from fingertips towards elbows
  • Concentrate on glove area
  • Use scrubbing brush appropriately
• Rinse from fingertips towards elbows
• Use elbows to turn off taps
• Dry hands
• Pick up gown and insert arms
  • Ensure that the outside is not touched
• Stand still while assistant fastens gown
• Put gloves on in a sterile manner
• Keep hands above the waist
• Maintain sterility throughout procedure

	Any comments or feedback please contact me by email: Tom Williams