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Manager's Guide to Surgery's Infection Control - May 2015

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M A Y 2 0 1 5 O U T P A T I E N TS U R G E R Y. N E T 2 1 a. CDC b. EPA c. FDA d. CMS Answer: b All appropriate and approved disinfectants are determined by the EPA. If it hasn't approved your disinfectant, you could face fines or be dinged during accredita- tion surveys. You also want to make sure the disinfectant is compliant under your state's regula- tions, which can vary. A list of EPA-approved antimicrobial products is maintained by the Office of Pesticide Programs and can be found at osmag.net/FbkSN1. 4. OSHA requires that you use which kind of disinfectant for surface disinfection? a. tuberculocides b. sterilants c. products registered against HIV or hepatitis B d. any of the above From the Cleanroom to the Operating Room... www.contechealthcare.com • 864-503-8333 © 2014 Contec, Inc. Simple. Efficient. Clean. Contec delivers state-of-the-art products for time-sensitive tasks like turnover cleaning. Unlike laundered mops and cellulose- based products, Single Use PREMIRA ® Microfiber does not neutralize your disinfectants and reduces the risks of cross transmission while simplifying cleaning routines. Cleaning made Simple. Compliance made Easy. PREMIRA ® Microfiber Wipes & Mops • Single use, Best Practice • Eliminate Handling and Laundry Cross- Contamination • Compatible with Most Common Disinfectants • Ideal for Turnover and Terminal Cleaning • Ideal for Patient Isolation Rooms Call or visit our website to request an evaluation sample.

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