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Yes. Spec Clean Disinfectant Wipes are EPA registered (46851-12) with tested power to kill the benchmark organism M. tuberculosis var. bovis (TB), they are rated as an intermediate-level disinfectant recommended for cleaning and disinfection in all settings where there is a likelihood of blood and body soils or visible blood and body soils. Spec Clean wipes also…
• Spec Clean Disinfectant Wipes quickly remove blood and other soils. If soils are left on surfaces they may block disinfectants from killing germs.• Spec Clean Disinfectant Wipes stay fully saturated to help maintain contact time. Alcohol based disinfectants tend to “wick out” causing waste as the top wipe may be too dry to use. Alcohol based wipes…
Most disinfectant formulas include some type of solvent such as isopropanol or ethanol (types of alcohols) or glycol ethers. Solvents boost chemical action needed to kill germs. Solvents may not be listed as active agents on the disinfectant label but are usually listed on the product safety data sheet. Some disinfectant brands have increased the…
Yes! Spec Clean Disinfectant Wipes contain effective cleaning agents. It is also tuberculocidal thus meeting the OSHA requirement for cleaning when blood soils are present. Use damp paper towels to remove traces of Spec Clean disinfectant from dental handpieces and other items prior to heat, gas or chemical sterilization. Check equipment manufacturer’s instructions for specific applications.
• Research shows that organic body soils such as blood and saliva act as a reservoir to keep dangerous organisms viable (capable of infection) for hours or even days on surfaces.• Body soils and dust also act as barriers to reduce or prevent chemical disinfectant action.• Blood is very corrosive and will damage metal surfaces…
Here are a few advantages. • Presaturated wipesreduce aerosols, especially in crowded clinical environments. This in turn reduces sensitivity and potential asthma conditions from excessive spraying.• Application of disinfectant with wipes reduces penetration of liquid into sensitive electronic devices, around switches and on keyboards.• Spec Clean Disinfectant Wipes are pre-saturated and reduce potential exposure of workers to…