Operating Room (OT) Essential Medical Equipment Checklist
September 11, 2025
Are you setting up a new operating room? Use this OT machine and equipment checklist to guide your planning, purchasing, and implementation process.
Download a PDF of this operating room surgical equipment checklist here: Critical Care Equipment & Accessories
- Anesthesia Machine
- Anesthesia Cart
- Anesthesia Circuits
- Anesthesia Monitor - CO2 and Agents
- Laryngeal Mask Airways
- Surgical Table
- Patient Stretcher
- Patient Stirrups
- Positioning Pillows
- Restraint Straps
- Patient Positioners
- Surgical Headlight
- Surgical Lights - ceiling mounted
- Surgical Microscope
- AED / Defibrillator
- Vital Signs Monitor
- EKG Machine
- Video Monitors and Cameras
- C-Arms
- Ultrasound Machines
- Endoscopy Tower
- Laryngoscopes
- Electrosurgical Unit
- Smoke Evacuator
- Sequential Compression Device
- Surgical Tourniquet
- Nerve Stimulator
- Blood Warmer
- Warming Air Units
- Central Gas and Suction
- Desk / Computer
- Medical Cabinetry
- Back Instrument Table
- Exchange Cart
- Hand Table
- Mayo Stand(s)
- Ring Stand
- Prep Table
- Utility Cart
- Stools (Rolling, Step, etc.)
- Linen Hamper
- IV Accessories
- Needle Counters
- Kick Buckets
- Biohazard Waste Cans
- Sponge Counter Units / Bags
