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On Pathogens & PPE: Hand Hygiene in SPD Feb 24, 2026

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Hey #CleanFreaks, pop quiz: When's the last time you washed your hands on the clean side, and should you have? On this episode of "On Pathogens & PPE," host Jill Holdsworth, co-host Rebecca Alvino, and special guests Ebow Holdbrook-Smith and Ivan Gowe dive into the gray areas of when, where, and how SPD staff should be performing hand hygiene. From identifying the critical transition points where hands need to be cleaned to understanding why your decontam sink is off-limits for handwashing, these IP experts tackle what's missing in current guidance and how to build better hand hygiene practices into your workflow. So grab your hand sanitizer and tune in—because keeping your hands clean keeps everyone safe!

Over the next 12 weeks, Jill and special guests from across the industry will team up to share actionable strategies for fighting pathogens while building stronger partnerships between Sterile Processing and Infection Prevention teams. Whether you're in SPD, IP, or both—this series is designed to empower you and your team with the knowledge and tools that make a real difference!

New episodes of On Pathogens & PPE will release each Tuesday on all Beyond Clean & Transmission Control channels. A special thanks to our Year 2 sponsor, Healthmark, A Getinge Company, for making this series possible.

#BeyondClean #TransmissionControl #Healthmark #Getinge #OnPathogensAndPPE #SterileProcessing #InfectionPrevention #Podcast #HandHygiene

*Disclaimer: The views provided by hosts and guests on this series do not represent any employer, company, or third party, and are solely that of the individuals themselves.

Under Pressure - Out of Steam: Responding to Sterilization Shutdowns Feb 23, 2026

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Picture this: your steam goes down on a busy Tuesday morning. Cases are booked, patients are waiting, and your sterilizers won't run. What's your team's first move? On this episode of Beyond Clean, we sit down with Jennifer Greisen from Aesculap to tackle one of SPD's most uncomfortable questions: what do you do when your department can't sterilize instruments, and the clock is ticking? With decades of experience in offsite reprocessing and disaster recovery, Jennifer walks us through how true disaster preparedness begins long before the crisis hits. From real-world scenarios like water loss and boiler failures to what strong SPD leadership looks like in those first critical hours, this conversation explores response and recovery when everything is on the line.

In this final episode of the season, we bring together everything we've learned about steam sterilization and challenge you to ask: how prepared is your department really?

After finishing this podcast episode, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/episode31-08

Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits.

🎉What a season! Thanks to our #CleanFreaks for coming along for the ride and to our awesome guests for making it possible. Season 32 is just around the corner--stay tuned!

#BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #Podcast #Season31 #UnderPressure #SteamSterilization #SteamFailure #ResponsePlanning

Let's Be Clear(ed): A NEW 2nd FDA Clearance and a NEW President/CEO Feb 20, 2026

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Big news from ONE TRAY®! On this Beyond Clean Vendor Spotlight™ episode, we're joined by Tim Tzimas, newly appointed President & CEO of ONE TRAY®/IST, along with Barbara Ann Harmer, Vice President of Clinical Services, to share two major ONE TRAY® announcements. Listen in to learn more about Tim's story and what inspired him to take the helm of ONE TRAY/IST. Also learn about ONE TRAY®'s secondary FDA clearance: 365-day event-related shelf life/storage period with a 15-minute minimum dry time. What does that mean for your SPD? Tune in to find out!

To learn more and to virtually meet Tim, visit onetray.com/newceo, and for more information on ONE TRAY®'s second FDA clearance, visit onetray.com/ifucomparison. Don't forget to stay connected on LinkedIn and Facebook for updates!

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*Reference 510k summary- https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm?ID=K052567

**Reference 510k summary- https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm?ID=K250029

Beyond Clean Canada: Coast to Coast: Leading MDR Education Across Nova Scotia Feb 18, 2026

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Building an MDR career is one thing. But leading education for an entire province? That's a whole different challenge. On this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, Stacey and Barry sit down with Tiffany Church, Clinical Educator for Medical Device Reprocessing across Nova Scotia Health, to hear how she took on that exact challenge head-on. Tiffany shares her journey from technician to provincial educator and walks us through what it actually takes to support 300 technicians across 17 sites—from building standardized education and mentorship programs to creating accountability systems that work across an entire province. Whether you're working in MDR education, curious about mandatory certification coming to Canada, or just want to understand what it takes to support technicians across multiple sites, this conversation delivers the insights you need!

A special shout-out to Solventum for sponsoring Season 3 of the Beyond Clean Canada Podcast! Make sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook so you're always in the loop for every episode!

#BeyondCleanCanada #MDR #SterileProcessing #Sterilization #Season3 #Education #Certification #MDREducation

On Pathogens & PPE: Transporting Contaminated Instruments Feb 17, 2026

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From the OR to SPD, those contaminated instruments are on the move, and so are pathogens! In this Season 2 premiere of "On Pathogens & PPE," host Jill Holdsworth and co-host Nicholas Day are joined by Rebecca Lauber, Kendall Ashe, Adam Okada, and Crystal Heishman to break down what really happens when soiled instruments leave the OR and make their journey to decontam. From point-of-use pre-treatment and biofilm build-up to OSHA requirements and AAMI standards, this crew digs into what it really means to move biohazards safely through your facility. Because soil transport isn't just about getting instruments from A to B -- it's about protecting everyone they pass along the way!

#BeyondClean #TransmissionControl #Healthmark #Getinge #OnPathogensAndPPE #SterileProcessing #InfectionPrevention #Podcast

*Disclaimer: The views provided by hosts and guests on this series do not represent any employer, company, or third party, and are solely that of the individuals themselves.

Under Pressure - Teamwork Makes the Steam Work: The Crucial Partnership of SPD and Facility Engineering Feb 16, 2026

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You depend on steam every single day to keep your SPD moving. So, when steam issues shut down your sterilizers, who you gonna call? On this episode of Beyond Clean, we sit down with Jim Carlock, Regional Director of Sterile Processing for Mercy, to talk about why your relationship with facilities management might be the most important partnership for your SPD. Jim walks us through how steam is generated, treated, and delivered to your department, what can go wrong along the way, and why building a relationship with your boiler operator before problems happen can save your department when steam issues strike. Whether you're troubleshooting steam issues or just want to understand the system powering your sterilizers, Jim breaks down everything you need to know about who and what keeps steam flowing in your SPD.

Trust us, this is one episode you don't want to miss #CleanFreaks!

After finishing this podcast episode, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/episode31-07

Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits.

#BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #Podcast #Season31 #UnderPressure #SteamSterilization #FacilitiesManagement #Steam #Boilers

Beyond Clean Canada: Built to Last: Career Pathways & Professional Growth in MDR Feb 11, 2026

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Technical skills might get you in the door, but what does it actually take to build a lasting career in medical device reprocessing? On this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, Stacey and Barry are joined by Alberta MDR professionals Colleen Penman and Luke Siewert to talk about their journeys into MDR and what it takes to thrive in one of Western Canada's busiest hospitals. From navigating complex instrumentation and high-volume surgical environments to understanding certification pathways and evolving technology, Colleen and Luke break down what it really takes to build a successful career in MDR. Whether you're exploring MDR career pathways or want to understand the challenges facing the profession, this conversation has the insights you need!

A special shout-out to Solventum for sponsoring Season 3 of the Beyond Clean Canada Podcast! Make sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook so you're always in the loop for every episode!

#BeyondCleanCanada #MDR #SterileProcessing #Sterilization #Season3 #ProfessionalDevelopment #Certification #CareerPathways

Sterilization Standards Unpacked - What's Next for Dental Sterilization? Feb 10, 2026

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Where are Canada's dental sterilization standards headed next? In this series finale of "Sterilization Standards Unpacked," we're joined by Leeanne Ismail, Clinical Sterilization Specialist at Solventum, to look ahead at the future of dental reprocessing. From digital traceability and rapid-read BIs to maintenance programs and smarter tracking tools, Leeanne shares how technology is reshaping safety and accountability in clinics across Canada. She also highlights the push toward more consistent expectations between provinces—and what that means for teams trying to keep up. If you've been wondering what the "next chapter" of dental sterilization could look like, this conversation connects the dots!

This 5-part series pulls back the curtain on how Canadian dental teams are translating sterilization standards into real-world practice—one guideline, one cycle, one patient at a time. With each episode, we'll explore the people, processes, and evolving expectations driving dental sterilization forward. It's not about compliance checklists—it's about connection, clarity, and conversations that make the technical feel personal.

A special thanks to our sponsor, Solventum Medical, for supporting this podcast series!

#BeyondClean #Solventum #SterilizationStandardsUnpacked #DentalSterilization #SterileProcessing #BI #Technology #Innovation

Under Pressure - Pack it Up, Wet Packs Feb 09, 2026

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Wet packs happen in every department. But how much do we really know about what causes them? This week on Beyond Clean, Jason Simon, Senior Product Manager at Skytron, is back to break down why wet packs happen and what you can do to help prevent them. Jason breaks down what's happening during the drying phase, why some loads fail to dry, and how operator practices, loading decisions, and equipment all work together to create or prevent wet packs. From cracked doors and extended dry times to vacuum systems and steam quality, this conversation tackles one of SPD's most frustrating challenges. Whether you're constantly fighting wet loads or just want to understand what makes the drying phase work, this episode delivers the practical solutions you need!

After finishing this podcast episode, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/episode31-06

Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits.

#BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #Podcast #Season31 #UnderPressure #SteamSterilization #WetPacks #Sterilization #DryTimes #SteamQuality

Beyond Clean Canada: Educating Differently: Innovation and Purpose in MDR Feb 04, 2026

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Ever wonder how personal experience shapes the way we approach education and patient safety in MDR? In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, Stacey Gielen and Barry Pickrem sit down with Lisa McKown, Manager of Research and Development at Beyond Clean, to discuss education, innovation, and what it takes to drive change in medical device reprocessing. Lisa shares her journey from the frontline to leadership and doctoral research, and how personal experience fuels her commitment to quality and patient safety. She also breaks down how Beyond Clean is approaching education differently—through Microcredentials and experiential learning. Whether you're interested in the future of MDR education or just want to hear about the power of mentorship and doing things differently, this episode delivers!

If you're interested in learning more about Beyond Clean's Microcredential opportunities, check out their website: https://beyondcleanmedia.com/sp-microcredential/

A special shout-out to Solventum for sponsoring Season 3 of the Beyond Clean Canada Podcast! Make sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook so you're always in the loop for every episode!

#BeyondCleanCanada #BeyondClean #MDR #SterileProcessing #Sterilization #Season3 #Education #Microcredential #Innovation #EducatingDifferently

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