THERE ARE 3 BASICS STEPS FOR ROUTINE CLEANING AND DISINFECTION
► Removal of organic material
► Cleaner application
► Disinfection
REMOVAL OF ORGANIC MATERIAL
Organic material acts as a physical barrier and inhibits the actions of cleaners and disinfectants.
- Remove bedding, papers, feces, feed, and debris
- Scrape visible residues
CLEANER APPLICATION
Select a cleaner suited to the cleaning task at hand:
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Alkaline: for organic soiling (e.g.
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- Acidic: for mineral deposits and cleaner residues (e.g. Biosolve™ AFC)
- Mix your cleaner solution according to label directions and apply as a high or low-pressure spray or foam, or with a mop.
- Thoroughly wet all surfaces and allow to soak 10 to 15 minutes.
- Do not allow the surfaces to dry. Scrub if required.
- Rinse with water using a hose or a mop.
- Allow surfaces to dry before disinfection.
*Warning*
Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Causes damage to organs (Respiratory Tract) if inhaled
Mixing directions
DISINFECTION
- Ensure surfaces are dry before you begin.
- Select an appropriate disinfectant based on risk zones within the clinic (refer to section "Risk zones within the clinic").
- Mix according to the label and apply by low pressure spraying or foaming, or by using a mop, sponge or cloth.
- Let stand wet at least 10 minutes.
- Allow the surfaces to dry; use fans or ventilation or a dry cloth as required.
Mixing directions
ONE-STEP CLEANING AND DISINFECTION
While it is ideal to use two products (a cleaner followed by a disinfectant) there are situations where minor soiling or contamination could be resolved by cleaning and disinfecting in one step.
One-step cleaning and disinfection involves use of a single product, such as Virkon®, with both cleaning and disinfection properties.
To use Virkon® in one-step: spray to wet surfaces, wait 10 minutes and wipe dry.
Next ► Cleaning and disinfecting steps for animal housing
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 ► PRINCIPLES OF CLEANING
Biofilm
Mineral deposits
What is a cleaner?
Selection of an appropriate cleaner
2 ► PRINCIPLES OF DISINFECTION
Sensitivity to disinfectants
All disinfectants are not created equally
3 ► CLEANING AND DISINFECTION STEPS
Removal of organic material
Cleaner application
Disinfection
4 ► CLEANING AND DISINFECTION STEPS FOR ANIMAL HOUSING
Runs and kennels
Cages
Large animal stalls
Calf crates
5 ► RISK ZONES WITHIN THE CLINIC
Low risk
Intermediate risk
High risk
6 ► APPLICATION METHODS
Spraying versus foaming
Equipment
Dedication of equipment by risk zone
Footwear disinfection
7 ► VETOQUINOL CLEANING AND DISINFECTION PRODUCTS
Vetoquinol Cleaners
Biosolve™ Plus
Biosolve™ AFC
Vetoquinol Disinfectants
Virkon®
BioSentry® 904
Clinicide
8 ► FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
9 ► BIOSECURITY REFERENCES
QUIZ ► TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE
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