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      • Due to these risks and safety concerns on equipment and instrumentation, AAMI created ST108 to be the standard for monitoring frequencies, system designs, and best practices to mitigate risks with water quality.
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  1. This standard covers effective water quality suitable for processing medical devices. It addresses water treatment equipment, water distribution and storage, quality control procedures, bacterial control, and environmental considerations.

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  3. The first standard of its kind, ANSI/AAMI ST108:2023, Water for the Processing of Medical Devices, was developed by nearly 120 subject matter experts under the guidance of the AAMI Sterilization Standards Committee.

  4. The Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) issued ST108 to provide valuable information to healthcare industry professionals regarding water quality as it pertains to medical device processing. ST108 has become standard as of August 2023 replacing AAMI TIR34.

  5. The Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) has developed and published a new standard, ANSI/AAMI ST108:2023 - Water for the Processing of Medical Devices. This new standard replaces AAMI TIR34:2014.

  6. The AAMI ST108 is a newly released water quality regulatory standard describing water intended for processing (cleaning, rinsing, etc.) medical devices, commonly referred to as the central sterile process.

  7. ANSI/AAMI ST108 establishes minimum requirements for water quality and steam purity for processing medical devices intended for patient use. Proper implementation of this standard improves the effectiveness and lifespan of equipment, such as ultrasonic sterilizers, endoscope reprocessors, autoclaves, and local steam generators.

  8. Feb 21, 2024 · AAMI ST108 sets a new benchmark in health care, elevating water quality standards for medical device processing. This article has outlined the critical aspects of the standard, underscoring its importance in patient care.

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