Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Related to Sterilization Among Healthcare Workers at a Tertiary Care Hospital of Jharkhand: A Cross-Sectional Study

Sterilization knowledge among HCWs at RIMS, Ranchi was moderate overall, with clear disparities across professional categories and education levels. Attitudes toward sterilization were highly positive, but knowledge gaps, especially among support staff, and institutional barriers limited consistent practice. Regular, targeted training, competency evaluation, and improved institutional support are critical to strengthening sterilization practices and reducing HAIs in tertiary care hospitals.