Endoscopes-Rigid

🎯 Site Goal:

To provide structured, interactive, and multilingual online education on Rigid Endoscopes, covering usage, cleaning & sterilization, troubleshooting, safety, and application-specific modules (e.g., ENT, Urology, Laparoscopy, Arthroscopy, Spine).

🔧 Platform Features:

• Responsive design (desktop, tablet, mobile)
• SCORM/xAPI compatible LMS (e.g., Moodle, TalentLMS, or custom Richard Wolf LMS)
• User login (with role: trainee, trainer, admin)
• Certification on completion
• Video + 3D animation integration
• Tracking for compliance/audit

👨‍⚕️ Target Audience:

• OR nurses and CSSD staff
• Surgeons and Residents
• Biomedical engineers
• Distributors and sales staff

🧾 2. Course Outline: "Mastering Rigid Scopes – Safe Use, Service, and Sterilization"

Module 1: Introduction to Rigid Endoscopes

• History & evolution of rigid scopes
• Application areas (ENT, Spine, Urology, GYN, Laparoscopy)
• Construction & components (objective lens, light post, image bundle, sheath)
• Why Richard Wolf scopes are different (Made in Germany precision, durability)

Module 2 : Components of a Rigid Endoscope System

📌 Learning Objectives:

By the end of this module, learners will be able to:

• Identify the key components of a rigid endoscope system
• Understand the optical, mechanical, and accessory parts
• Recognize how damage to each part affects performance
• Apply correct terminology when communicating with service or surgical teams

Module 3: Specialty Application Modules

(choose depending on learner track)

• Urology & TUR instruments
• Laparoscopy (including HD/4K camera integration)
• Arthroscopy (e.g., ENDOCAM Flex)
• ENT & Skull Base Surgery
• Spine Endoscopy (e.g., VERTEBRIS)

Module 4: Handling & Safety Precautions

• How to correctly handle rigid scopes during surgery
• Common mishandling mistakes and prevention
• Recognizing internal damage (e.g., broken lens, fiber burnout)

Module 5: Cleaning & Disinfection

• Pre-cleaning steps in the OR
• Manual cleaning (brushes, enzymatic detergents)
• Automated washer-disinfectors
• Do’s and Don’ts of ultrasonic cleaning
• Visual inspection and leak testing
• Validated cleaning workflows (EN ISO 15883)

Module 6: Sterilization & Storage

• Low-temperature vs. steam sterilization
• Sterilization compatibility: autoclave, STERRAD, Plasma
• Packing and storing (DIN tray systems, foam protection)
• Shelf life and reprocessing tracking
• Real-world CSSD protocols

Module 7: Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Light transmission problems
• Distorted or blurred images
• Broken outer sheath or bent shafts
• When to send for repair & using Richard Wolf service portal
• Preventive maintenance guide

Module 8: Final Quiz & Certification

• 20 MCQs across modules
• Passing score = 80%
• Auto-generated Certificate (downloadable PDF with name, date, course code)

📦 3. Additional Resources ("Other Usual Stuff")

📽️ Training Materials:

• HD videos with subtitles (English + Myanmar + Thai + Vietnamese)
• 3D animations: scope anatomy, fluid flow, damage simulations
• Printable SOPs for CSSD staff
• Downloadable quick-check posters (handling + pre-clean checklist)

🧪 Interactivity:

• Virtual instrument tray simulation
• Drag-and-drop correct cleaning steps
• Interactive scope damage gallery: “Spot the problem”
• Scenario-based decision tree (e.g., “This happened during surgery—what do you do?”)

📊 Admin Dashboard (for training leads):

• View progress by department/user
• Download reports for audit
• Reset or extend course access
• Assign by role (OR Nurse, CSSD, Surgeon)