How to Report a Non-test Online

Report a non-test online using the SMS portal.

Question What is a non-test?

any deviation from the normal testing schedule of one test, per sterilizer, per week
loaned unit ≠ non-test
- if using a loaned unit, DO NOT report a non-test; instead, write “loan” or “loaner” on
  envelope & submit as usual

Question Where do I report it?

Question When do I report a non-test?

a non-test should be reported online on the date of your normal testing (on the same day that the test would normally be run)

Question What do I need to report online?

non-functioning unit
- add in comments area “not working” or “down” or “repair”
office closure
- add in comments area “office closed”
date
- add in comments area “date” if date is different than the day you enter it

Question Why do I need to report this?

Per the OSDB, any non-test week must be documented.
Normally, you would record this “non-test” information on a paper or electronic log in your office.
By entering this information, all your non-test dates along with the reason will now be visible on your monthly reports.
Entering this in the SMS portal allows you to keep all your documentation in one place should your office ever be audited.

Question How do I enter this in the SMS portal?

Follow the step-by-step instructions below.

Entering non-test information into the SMS portal

Log-in using your SMS portal credentials at go.osu.edu/smsportal

Click "Report Non-Test"

Click the check-box next to your department and click "Next"

Click the check-box next to the equipment not being tested, and click "Next"

Type reason for not testing in the "Comments" and click "Next"

Once the "account select" screen re-appears you are done and can close tab or log out