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Sleep Surfaces (Including Mattress Bases and Top Covers)
NOTE:
The use of bleach-based products/solutions will provide a higher concentration of the
agent than is required to eliminate the bacteria and will increase the potential for damage to the
fabric and the built-in protective barrier to fluid of the sleep surface.
NOTE:
To reduce the discoloration of the sleep surface lining, surfaces must be thoroughly rinsed
with clean, fresh water to remove chemical residues immediately after the required “wet contact
time” has been reached.
1.
Personal Protective Equipment should be used as directed by the Material Safety Data
Sheet for the disinfectant.
2.
Prepare the disinfectant according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
3.
Inspect sleep surface for attachment straps that may be securing the sleep surface to the
bed top deck and disconnect attachment straps.
4.
For any control unit based sleep surface, turn OFF the control unit and disconnect from
electrical power. Disconnect hoses from control unit to prevent damage to control unit or
hose connections.
5.
All surfaces of the mattress are to be wiped using a coarse cloth, dampened with the
disinfectant, prepared as directed by the manufacturer’s recommendations, to remove
organic material and visible soil. When cleaning the mattress, special attention is to be
given to sewn seams and folds in mattress fabrics.
6.
Allow the mattress to remain wet with disinfectant solution for the manufacturer’s
recommended contact time.
7.
Stains on the mattress may be treated using a mild stain remover, according to the
manufacturer’s recommendations, using a soft bristled brush.
8.
Rinse all surfaces of the mattress with fresh water and clean cloth to remove chemical and
organic residue.
9.
After cleaning, all surfaces are to be wiped with a clean, dry cloth to remove any moisture
or residue and allowed to air dry.
Control Unit and Hand Control (if equipped)
NOTE:
Hand clean only. DO NOT place in sterilization room or chamber.
1.
Personal Protective Equipment should be used as directed by the Material Safety Data
Sheet for the disinfectant.
2.
Prepare the disinfectant according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
3.
Turn OFF the control unit and disconnect it from all electrical power to avoid electrical
shock.
4.
When cleaning the control unit, avoid excessive moisture especially in areas where there
are electrical connections and components, to prevent damage.
5.
All surfaces of the control unit and the power cord are to be wiped using a coarse cloth,
dampened with the disinfectant solution, prepared as directed by the manufacturer’s
recommendations, to remove organic material and visible soil.
6.
Allow the control unit to remain wet with disinfectant solution for the manufacturer’s
recommended contact time.
