How to Clean a CPR Manikin

Mannequins are essential tools used to teach people the life-saving technique of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). According to the Centers for Disease Control, no one has ever contracted an infectious disease through the use of a CPR mannequin, but most training organizations take precautions to clean and disinfect their mannequins. Follow these steps after each class.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Liquid soap or laundry detergent Water bucket Soft brushes Bleach Cotton balls Alcohol Wipes

1. Remove any clothing on the mannequin and set those articles aside. Inspect the mannequin for wear and tear. Repair or discard a mannequin with large cracks or tears in its plastic surfaces.

2. Scrub the mannequin with warm, soapy water and brushes. Rinse with fresh water.

3. Soak the mannequin with a bleach solution made from 1/4 cup household bleach per gallon of water for at least 10 minutes. Discard the solution.

4. Rinse the mannequin well with fresh water. Dry the mannequin and swab it thoroughly with alcohol to help kill any remaining bacterial or fungal growth.

5. Wash the mannequin's clothes and hair once a month or whenever they are visibly dirty. You can use a mild laundry detergent or liquid soap.

Tips & Warnings

• During class, assign students in pairs to a single mannequin to lessen the risk of contamination. Keep some disinfectant wipes on hand for use during class.
• During a class, don't allow students to eat or drink to avoid the chance that food-borne bacteria will be transferred to the mannequin.

References

• Cleaning CPR Mannequins
• Disease Transmission

Resources

• CPR Mannequin Maintenance

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