Chapter One
Introduction to
Central Service
EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
At the completion of this assignment, the student will be able to
Describe the historical development of the central service department (CSD)
within health care
Describe the organizational structure and objectives of the CSD
List the five major functional areas of a typical CSD
Describe the basic functions of each CSD area
Define the ethical responsibilities of the central service technician
List the categories of hazards associated with work in the CSD
List the means of preventing safety hazards
Describe proper attire to be worn in the CSD (how it varies within the
department) and the importance of personal cleanliness
State the purpose and outline of the continuous quality improvement process
List agencies involved with the development of standards and their application
to the CSD
Define and give reasons for work flow, people flow, and airflow patterns
Demonstrate an understanding of the purpose of a procedure manual and be
able to differentiate between policies and procedures
Describe the relationship between CSD functions and written policies and
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