The Storage Standard: What TIR109 Means for Supply Chain

What really counts when it comes to sterile storage—and what risks are hiding beneath the surface? On this episode of Power Supply, we're joined by Garrett Hollembeak, Infection Preventionist and AAMI TIR109 workgroup member, to explore the new guidance reshaping how sterile supplies are stored and transported. From temperature and humidity to chain-of-custody policies and receiving challenges, Garrett explains how TIR109 lays the foundation for smarter, safer sterile storage management. We'll also dig into cardboard debates, environment-of-care rounds, and the gray areas where policy, practice, and patient safety collide. Most importantly, Garrett highlights how supply chain and infection prevention can work hand-in-hand to close the gaps that put sterile storage at risk. Whether you're a supply chain leader, infection preventionist, or SPD manager, this conversation will change the way you think about storage! Once you complete the interview, jump on over to the link below to take a short quiz and download your CEC certificate for 0.5 CECs! – https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/ps15-03 #PowerSupply #Podcast #AHRMM #HealthcareSupplyChain #SupplyChain #TIR109 #SterileStorage #IndustryStandards