What happens during disinfection?
5 things you should know about disinfection
1. disinfection means stopping germs. In contrast to cleaning, disinfection kills pathogens.
2. disinfection does not remove 100% of germs. This is referred to as germ reduction. After disinfection, the number of active germs is so low that they can no longer spread.
3. disinfection is only effective if hands, surfaces or instruments are completely wetted.
4. disinfection is more skin-friendly than washing. Good hand disinfection does not harm the skin flora and even cares for the skin.
5. Handle disinfectants with care. Instructions on exposure time, dosage and intended use must be strictly adhered to. This is the only way to achieve the desired protection against germs.