The ice storage bin should be cleaned at least once weekly, with
fresh soap or detergent solution and disposable cloth. Anti-
bacterial/viral cleaners can be used such as “VIRCON” in a 1%
spray solution. Rinse well with fresh potable water after
cleaning and allow to dry. Records of cleaning procedure
should be noted and kept.
No. 1
Porkka ice machines can be easily cleaned, but the important recommendations are as follows
and should be implemented at all times
WARNING!! Do not place ice in bowls infront of fans to effect patient cooling. This can easily spread infection!
Infection control personnel should be made aware of all ice
making machines within the hospital used on wards, theaters
etc. Records should be kept at all times,
Special Instructions for hospitals
& Other High Dependency use areas
No. 2
No. 3
The infection control officer and the engineering department
of the hospital should be consulted before the purchase of any
ice maker.
hospitals & high dependency
General Instructions