Section SPS 50.272 - Sterilization(1) Sterilization shall be accomplished by use of a dry heat or steam sterilizer cleared for marketing by the food and drug administration, and shall be used according to the manufacturer's instructions. If steam sterilization, moist heat, is utilized, heat exposure shall be at a minimum of 121°C or 250°F, for at least 30 minutes. If dry heat sterilization is utilized, heat exposure shall be at a minimum of 171°C or 340°F, for at least 60 minutes.(2) Sterilizers shall be maintained in working order. Equipment shall be checked in compliance with the manufacturer's recommendations at least monthly to ensure that it is reaching required temperatures.Wis. Admin. Code Department of Safety and Professional Services SPS 50.272
EmR1302: emerg. cr., eff. 2-14-13; CR 13-026: cr. Register October 2013 No. 694, eff. 11-1-13.