The Procedure

The Mohel and any assistants (such as a trainee Mohel or nurse), will remove all hand jewellery including rings, watches or bracelets before commencing the procedure.
The Mohel will ensure that his clothes, including any tallit (prayer shawl), are clean and kept well away from the surgical field.
Disinfectant containing alcohol will be applied to both the surgical and surrounding area.

The Mohel will perform the Brit Milah under well illuminated conditions and at a height at which he can work comfortably and safely. He will satisfy himself before he starts the Brit Milah that the location is adequate to meet these needs.
The Mohel will use appropriate measures to minimise any possible pain and discomfort both during and after the procedure.
The Mohel will only use sterile instruments that are either disposable or that have been vacuum or steam autoclaved.
The Mohel will prepare the skin at the surgical site immediately before incision using an antiseptic (aqueous or alcohol-based) preparation.
The Mohel will be very careful not to remove either too much or too little foreskin. The aim is to completely uncover the glans (the head of the penis).
The Mohel will then cover surgical incisions with an appropriate dressing at the end of the procedure and place a pressure dressing over the wound at the end of the procedure.
The Mohel will dispose of all instruments including sharps in an appropriate fashion to minimise risks of injury (sharps container).