Standards for Female and Male Sterilization Services - STATE ...

Standards for female and male Sterilization services 39Annexure 1Physical Requirements for Female SterilizationSr. No Item Requirements1 Facilities Well-ventilated, fly-proof room with concrete/tiled floor, which can becleaned thoroughlyRunning water supply through tap or bucket with tapElectricity supply with a standby generator and other light source2 Space Required Area for receptionWaiting areaCounselling area which offers privacy and ensures avoidance of anyinterruptionsLaboratory with facilities for blood & urine examinationClinical examination room for initial assessment and follow upPreoperative preparation room for trimming of hair, washing, changing ofclothes and premedicationHand washing area near the OT for scrubbingSterilization room, near the OT, for autoclaving, washing and cleaningequipment, preparation of sterile packsOperation theatre: should be isolated and away from the generalthoroughfare of the clinic, it should be large enough to allow operating staffto move freely and to accommodate all the necessary equipment. Lightingshould be adequate.Recovery room: must be spacious and well ventilated, number of beds willbe determined by the available space, should be adjacent to the OT.Adequate number of toilets: sufficient number of sanitary type toilets withrunning water for the clients and the staff.Storage areaOffice area for keeping records3 Equipment and Supplies3A ExaminationRoomRequirementsExamination tableFoot stoolBlood pressure apparatusThermometerStethoscopeExamination lightWeighing scaleInstrument for pelvic examination3B Laboratory Haemoglobinometer and accessoriesApparatus to estimate albumin and sugar in urineReagents