The challenge
- Healthcare-associated infections and transmission through surfaces, hands and instruments.
- Resistant microorganisms requiring strict hygiene.
- Heat-sensitive instruments that cannot be autoclaved.
- Strict efficacy, safety and registration requirements.
Our approach
- 01Make consistent hand hygiene the primary measure against transmission.
- 02Routinely clean and disinfect surfaces close to patients.
- 03Cold-sterilise heat-sensitive instruments with peracetic acid.
- 04Use broad-spectrum products with proven efficacy against relevant pathogens.
- 05Train staff and safeguard hygiene routines.
Recommended products
- Product
- Rely+On™ Virkon™
- Supplier
- LANXESS
- Application
- Broad-spectrum surface and equipment disinfection in healthcare settings.
- Product
- Rely+On™ PeraSafe™
- Supplier
- LANXESS
- Application
- Cold sterilisation of heat-sensitive instruments using peracetic acid.
- Product
- Chemisept IPA-N
- Supplier
- Svema
- Application
- Alcohol-based hand rub for consistent hand hygiene by healthcare staff.
- Product
- CleanSpire Mild
- Supplier
- Svema
- Application
- Skin-friendly mild hand wash for frequent use.
- Product
- Denali dispensers
- Supplier
- Svema
- Application
- Hygienic dispensers for hand products in wards and treatment rooms.
| Product | Supplier | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Rely+On™ Virkon™ | LANXESS | Broad-spectrum surface and equipment disinfection in healthcare settings. |
| Rely+On™ PeraSafe™ | LANXESS | Cold sterilisation of heat-sensitive instruments using peracetic acid. |
| Chemisept IPA-N | Svema | Alcohol-based hand rub for consistent hand hygiene by healthcare staff. |
| CleanSpire Mild | Svema | Skin-friendly mild hand wash for frequent use. |
| Denali dispensers | Svema | Hygienic dispensers for hand products in wards and treatment rooms. |
Frequently asked questions
01What is the role of hand hygiene in infection prevention?
Hand hygiene is the most effective single measure for preventing healthcare-associated infections. Hand disinfection at the right moments interrupts transmission, while a mild wash lotion helps keep skin intact during frequent washing.
02Why use PeraSafe™ for instruments?
Not every instrument tolerates autoclave temperatures. Peracetic-acid-based Rely+On™ PeraSafe™ enables broad-spectrum cold sterilisation without heat.
03Must surfaces be cleaned first?
Yes. Visible dirt and organic material reduce disinfectant efficacy. Clean first, disinfect afterwards and observe the prescribed contact time.