Sterile processing must ensure that every instrument meets decontamination, sterilization and sterile storage requirements. The presenter will give the Infection Preventionist tools to help ensure their sterile processing department is in compliance with best evidence-based practices. The latest in flash sterilization and documentation and controls on loaner instrumentation will be discussed.;Objectives: • Identify current best practices related to the Sterile Processing Department • Discuss the latest recommendations in regards to flash sterilization • Develop an audit for measuring compliance of a sterile processing department