SOP for Cleaning of S.S. Vessel and Utensils

Standard operating procedure to clean the S.S. Vessel and Utensils

1.0 OBJECTIVE:

To lay down the cleaning procedure for S.S. Vessel and Utensils.

2.0 SCOPE:

This SCP shall be applicable for S.S. Vessel and Utensils used in Production area.

3.0 RESPONSIBILITY:

3.1 Execution :Operator
3.2 Checking :Pharmacist and Above

4.0 ACCOUNTABILITY:

HOD-Production

5.0 PROCEDURE:

5.1 Initially remove all the residual material from the parts to be cleaned.
5.2 Wash with Potable water & scrub if necessary.
5.3 Wash with Potable water at least two times till the entire residue is washed off & then used 2.5 % “Teepol” solutions.
5.4 Further clean the parts with hot water & finally rinse with purified Water.
5.5 Wipe with 70% v/v solution of Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA).
5.6 Allow the parts to dry.
5.7 Affix “Cleaned” label & cover the parts adequately.
5.8 Check the parts for cleanliness before use & re-clean if not used within 72 hours.

6.0 ABBREVIATIONS:

SCP :Standard Cleaning Procedure
IPA :Isopropyl Alcohol
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