Understanding Current Water Quality Conditions in Your Sterile Processing Department

Ensuring optimal water quality is critical for sterile processing departments to maintain compliance and patient safety. That’s why WaterProfessionals is the best water company to help you optimize your sterile processing department.

Why Complying with ST108 is Critical for Your Sterile Processing Department

The AAMI ST108 standard establishes rigorous water quality requirements essential for effective sterilization and patient safety. Compliance is not just regulatory—it’s fundamental to:

• Preventing infections caused by contaminated instruments 
• Protecting expensive medical instruments from damage and corrosion 
• Maintaining sterilizer performance and effectiveness 
• Avoiding costly penalties, loss of accreditation, and operational downtime 
• Ensuring confidence among staff and stakeholders 

Risks of Non-Compliance with ST108 Water Quality Standards

Failure to maintain proper water quality can lead to:

• Increased healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) due to inadequate sterilization 
• Damage to sterilization equipment and surgical instruments, leading to costly repairs or replacements 
• Unexpected operational disruptions and downtime 
• Regulatory citations, fines, or loss of accreditation 
• Damage to your facility’s reputation and patient trust

How WaterProfessionals Can Help You Assess and Manage Water Quality

Testing your current water quality is the crucial first step to ensuring your sterile processing department complies with ST108. WaterProfessionals recommends a comprehensive water analysis including:

• Measuring Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) to assess mineral content 
• Testing for microbial contamination and endotoxin levels 
• Checking chemical contaminants such as chlorine and chloramines 
• Assessing water hardness and pH balance 
• Evaluating filtration system performance and overall water treatment effectiveness 

Our expert team will collect samples on-site and analyses will be performed by a certified laboratory to identify any deficiencies or risks impacting your sterilization processes.

What Happens After Testing?

Based on the testing results, WaterProfessionals will:

• Design and specify a custom water purification and filtration system tailored to your SPD’s specific needs 
• Provide ultrapure water solutions as required to meet the highest standards of sterility 
• Offer ongoing monitoring and maintenance plans to ensure consistent water quality and ST108 compliance 
• Supply you with documentation and support to assist in regulatory audits and accreditation processes 
• Provide responsive, direct service with a dedicated advisor who guides you every step of the way 

Why Choose WaterProfessionals?

With over 42 years of specialized experience focused exclusively on water treatment, WaterProfessionals is uniquely equipped to ensure your water quality meets ST108 standards and supports safe, effective sterile processing.

• Personalized service with a dedicated expert advisor 
• Flexible financial options including purchase, lease, rental, and lease-purchase 
• Access to top brands and latest technology in water treatment 
• No automated phone systems—direct access to knowledgeable experts 
• Proven track record helping sterile processing departments nationwide maintain compliance and protect patient safety 

Take Action Today

Get in front of regulatory deadlines. Contact WaterProfessionals now to schedule your comprehensive water quality testing and analysis. Let our experts develop the precise solution your department needs to ensure ST108 compliance, safeguard your equipment, and protect every patient. WaterProfessionals, The trusted partner for sterile processing water excellence.