Wash or decontaminate your hands and put on PPE (risk assessment to ensure appropriate PPE is worn, as per local protocol)
Always wipe surfaces from clean to dirty
Approximately 1-2 wipes will be required to clean a crutch
Starting at the top of the crutch, clean the arm cuff.
Wipe straight down the shaft, including the handle.
Always replace your wipe should it dry out or become visibly soiled.
Leave the crutch to air dry, allowing sufficient contact time with the disinfectant.
Dispose of cleaning wipes as per local protocol.
Remove PPE, wash or decontaminate hands, and if required complete a record of cleaning as per your local protocol.