Disinfection & Sterilisation Feature Articles for Australian Healthcare

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A history of Bowie-Dick Type Tests 7/28/2021

The history of the Bowie Dick steam sterilization test which has been used to check the air removing efficiency of steam sterilizers since its inception in 1963.

The pitfalls of using multiple products for cleaning and disinfection. 7/6/2021

Many challenges were faced over the last year and one was securing supplies to ensure the critical task of keeping our environments safe with cleaning and disinfection products.

How Hygiena ATP testing is reducing the risk of infection. 4/28/2021

What is ATP? (Adenosine Triphosphate) ATP is an energy giving chemical found in all living things and is a universal indicator of organic residue.

UV Angel Technology Helps Dental Service Organisation Grow 25% During Global Pandemic 4/22/2021

How one dental service organisation grew their business in the face of a global pandemic by collaborating with UV Angel to implement next-generation pathogen control technology.

Can You Autoclave Empty Glassware And Plastic? 2/21/2021

Autoclaves can pretty much sterilise any object that is able to withstand high temperatures and pressures. This can range from laboratory, industrial, mechanical, and other various ...

What Are Gravity, Vacuum, and Liquid Autoclave Cycles? 12/7/2020

Typically, the gravity cycle, vacuum cycle, and liquid cycle are the three most common cycles you will encounter when it comes to autoclave sterilisation.

Are Autoclaves Used In Beauty Salons? 10/5/2020

The best method for sterilisation is by using an autoclave, an effective sterilisation device that is used across numerous settings like hospitals, laboratories, and of course, salons. ...

What Are the Responsibilities of a Dental Practitioner? 9/21/2020

All dental practitioners have the responsibility of preventing infections developing from the use of unsterilised tools. As a dental practitioner, you must adhere to the infection ...

Does Autoclaving Prevent The Transfer Of Disease? 9/2/2020

In short, yes, it does! Autoclaving is used to sterilise medical equipment and tools so that it kills, or neutralises, infectious and harmful agents.

What Type Of Water Should Be Used In An Autoclave? 8/19/2020

Water is the lifeline of an autoclave. It is the most critical component of a steam autoclave. Sterilisation will not happen in a steam autoclave without water.

Is There Anything That Can Survive Autoclave Sterilisation? 8/3/2020

Read on to see how effecitve autoclaves are at sterilising and removing germs, bacteria, and spores.

How ATP Cleaning Verification can help! 7/15/2020

In times like these, knowledge is power. Hygiena™ has been closely monitoring the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and the implications it has for our employees, customers and ...

How Often Should An Autoclave Be Serviced? 7/14/2020

There are various ways to keep your autoclave regularly serviced and maintained. If you want to learn more about this, then please keep on reading.

How long do items stay sterile after autoclaving 6/10/2020

In this article, we’ll take a look at the sterilisation process of autoclaving—how it works and how effective it is over a period of time.

What You Need To Know About The Sterilisation Quality Assurance Process For Autoclaves 5/26/2020

Keep reading to learn more about the autoclave validation process and what makes it so important.

How To Choose The Right Autoclave For Your Dental Practice 5/10/2020

Are you searching for an autoclave for your business? Are you confused by the sheer number of options available in the market? If so, please read below.

Are There More Bacteria on Computer Keyboards Than Toilet Seats? 4/24/2020

We all try to keep our kitchens and bathrooms clean and bacteria-free. But how clean are our offices, computers, and keyboards? A conventional keyboard cannot be disinfected!

Is 100% Sterilisation Achievable In An Autoclave? 4/16/2020

Is there a way to achieve 100% sterilisation? No form of sterilisation can achieve total sterilisation. However, autoclave comes very close to 100%!

Differences Between An Autoclave And A Water Bath 3/11/2020

Do you need to sterilise equipment commonly used in dental and medical industries? Do you want to know the difference between an autoclave and a water bath?

Tattoos and Body Piercing: The Importance of Sterilisation In The Industry 2/10/2020

Sterilisation is a common procedure in fields that involve the making of incisions and surgical operations. It is important to keep in mind the safety standards of tattooing and body ...

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