OR:Magnetic vs Foam Needle Holders

Hello All,

Please advise on what is considered the best/safest practice for needle holders in the OR. Is it better to use Magnetic or Foam Needle Holders? If so, also, which brand is recommended?

I work in an OR that uses the red needle books with a magnetic section for blades, but now they've brought in the red needle books with foam to poke the needles through and my boss wanted me to research this issue.

Any input is greatly appreciated.

Thank you,
NMB