Wipe down your work surface and tools prior to fiber cleaning​.

Wash your hands before handling clean tools & fiber optic connectors.

Always keep a ready-supply of cleaning fluids and tools on-hand.​

Use the 3 step process of Inspect, Clean, Inspect​

Treat all termini as though they are laser-energized.​

Understand that most laser and LED light sources can cause damage.

Determine the correct cleaning technique for the contaminant and fiber optic end-face.​​

Don't wear disposable gloves while working with wipes and sticks.​

Don't use moisturizer on your hands prior to cleaning.

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Don't skip important industry cleaning standards.

Don't look directly at laser-energized fiber optic termini with your eyes.​

Don't expose skin to direct or scattered radiation.​

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Clean in an enclosed area whenever possible.​

Use correct cleaning techniques to remove contamination.

​Use an optical grade cleaning fluid​ from a hermetically sealed container.

Use high-quality wipes & sticks to prevent linting & cross-contamination.​

Use the wet-dry cleaning method.​

Clean both ends of the mated pair to avoid cross contamination.​

Perform routine inspections when installing or servicing fiber optic connections.​

Don't allow extra contaminants into the cleaning process.​

Don't wipe the end-face on your clothing.​

Don't use cleaning fluid from a refillable container.

​ Don't reuse wipes & sticks. Throw away after each use.

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Don’t forget to repeat the inspection process until clean.

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