Q&A with the Experts in Healthcare: Disinfectant and Surface Compatibility
This 45-minute ISSA interview discusses "surface disinfection compatibility" (the need to clean various surface materials differently because of the chemistry involved).
View Notes
Topics covered
- 4:10 Most common or "recommended" disinfectants / "Procedures... to avoid bacterial resistance"
- 7:20 Importance of training and education regarding proper usage of disinfectants / Potential issues with disinfection of medical devices
- 15:57 Cleaning of "ED exam rooms after isolation case[s]"
- 22:53 Testing and validation of products ("what disinfectants can and cannot be used")
- 25:58 Usage of disposable disinfectant wipes vs. reusable cloths (and proper training for cleaning vs. disinfection)
