You can sterilize tools at home using steam.
Sterilizing Tools with Steam
The following method explains how to sterilize tools at home using steam:
- Steaming Process:
- Steam tools over boiling water for at least 20 minutes. (Reference: 28-Aug-2024)
- Begin timing the 20 minutes once the water has reached a boil. (Reference: 28-Aug-2024)
- Cooling and Drying:
- Allow the tools to cool completely. (Reference: 28-Aug-2024)
- Ensure the tools are dry. (Reference: 28-Aug-2024)
- Storage:
- Use disinfected tongs to transfer the sterilized tools. (Reference: 28-Aug-2024)
- Place the tools into a disinfected container. (Reference: 28-Aug-2024)
- Seal the container to maintain sterility. (Reference: 28-Aug-2024)
