To safely load and unload an autoclave, ensure the cycle is complete, pressure and temperature are safe, and allow the autoclave to cool and vent for 10 minutes before carefully opening the door and unloading items with heat-resistant gloves

 To safely load and unload an autoclave, ensure the cycle is complete, pressure and temperature are safe, and allow the autoclave to cool and vent for 10 minutes before carefully opening the door and unloading items with heat-resistant gloves. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown of the process:

Before Unloading:

Ensure Cycle Completion:

Make sure the autoclave cycle has finished and the temperature and pressure have returned to a safe range.

Allow Cooling and Venting:

Open the door slowly, no more than 1 inch, to allow residual steam to vent and pressure to normalize within the chamber and containers. Allow the load to stand for 10 minutes to allow steam to clear and trapped air to escape from hot liquids.

Wear Appropriate PPE:

Wear heat-resistant gloves, an apron, and a face shield if removing liquids.