Tag Archives: infection control

Microbiological testing firm, MSL Solution Providers, has introduced the new EN 17430 testing method in its roster of services. Proving efficacy to this standard helps manufacturers and suppliers ensure that their hand sanitiser’s claims are robust and meet all regulatory ...

The Textile Services Association (TSA) recently presented a new standardised test protocol for evaluating the disinfection efficacy of laundry wash processes at its spring conference. This marks the latest stage in the ongoing partnership between the TSA and De Montfort ...

The 16th Annual Infection Prevention Society Conference: Infection Prevention 2024, will be taking place at the ICC Birmingham from 23-25 September. The event’s innovative scientific programme features sessions led by international and national experts in infection prevention. Discover insightful topics, ...

It has long been acknowledged that the built environment plays a crucial role in infection control. Healthcare facilities need to be designed and renovated to prevent the spread of infections among patients, staff and visitors. Consultant Medical Microbiologist Michael Weinbren; ...

GOJO, the inventors of PURELL™, and the hand sanitiser category itself, is advising organisations, particularly those in the care sector that look after the elderly and the vulnerable, to take steps to lessen the impact of seasonal viruses this winter. ...

Kimberly-Clark Professional is marking the start of cold and flu season by reinforcing the importance of handwashing and offering tips on how to wash your hands properly to avoid transmitting germs. According to research, handwashing can reduce community illnesses such ...

Churchill has joined the Infection Prevention Society (IPS) as a corporate member. The IPS is an independent charity with 2,000 members that informs, promotes and sustains evidence-based infection prevention policy and practice to create a health and care system where ...

With commuters returning to the workplace hitting a post-pandemic high, expectations of a cleaner, safer, and more hygienic working environment mean the responsibilities of cleaning and hygiene professionals and facilities managers across the country have intensified. In light of this, ...

In light of the rising case numbers of Strep A in the UK, Dettol Pro Solutions – Dettol’s business-to-business offering – is providing advice in terms of simple steps businesses can take to help reduce the risks of Strep A ...

Chris Wakefield, Managing Director UK & Ireland, GOJO Industries-Europe Ltd. offers advice on how to uphold high standards of hygiene amidst rising costs Expectations of cleanliness and hygiene remain high across all sectors – and rightly so, especially as levels ...