Report focuses on improving cleaning and disinfection of surfaces

Traditional manual cleaning and disinfection practices in hospitals are often lacking


A 2016 review focusing on improving cleaning and disinfection of surfaces says that traditional manual cleaning and disinfection practices in hospitals are often lacking, according to an article on the Infection Control Today website.

Problems can include failure to follow manufacturer’s recommendations and lack of antimicrobial properties of some disinfectants.

Improved hydrogen peroxide-based liquid surface disinfectants and a combination product containing peracetic acid and hydrogen peroxide are effective alternatives to current products.

“Self-disinfecting” surfaces coated with copper or silver and UV light system are also potentially promising options.

Read the article.

 

 



April 21, 2016


Topic Area: Environmental Services


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