Alcohol Hand Rub

70% alcohol hand rubs are an established alternative to soap and water when hand washing is impractical or impossible.  Published work confirms the effectiveness of hand rubs introduced into modern hospitals.^{1- 8}

Conforms to EN1500  
It is, however, important to ensure that the product you select is capable of performing the task effectively.  The EN1500 Standard tests the efficacy of hand rub products by simulating the practical conditions under which they are used and assesses their effectiveness compared to a reference product.

Guest Medical alcohol hand rub has been demonstrated to conform to the EN1500 Standard. (Testing performed by the Hospital Infection Research Laboratory, City Hospital, Dudley Road, Birmingham.)

The Guest ‘Tottle’ (above, right) was the first alcohol hand rub ‘personal’ dispenser to be supplied to the NHS. Clipped to your pocket or belt, it ensures that the facility to disinfect your hands is with you wherever you may need it.

50ml Pocket-carry bottles (above, left) are also available for health care personnel who may prefer not to have their alcohol hand rub ‘on display’ whilst working. These are available with either a sprayhead or a flip-top and squeeze dispenser head.

‘Boston’ 500ml plunger brackets are practical small unit brackets that can be wall, bedside locker or bed-frame mounted using the chrome wire holder illustrated.

The ‘Bell’ 500ml plunger dispenser is designed to be placed on Doctor’s office or Nurse Practitioner's desks. The low centre of gravity reduces the risk of being knocked over.

New 1 litre size wall mounted dispenser, matches our other hand care products and contains an easily replaceable 1 litre sealed unit, thus preventing cross contamination and ensuring ease of operation.

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Order Codes
Product	Code
500ml ‘Boston’ for wall, bed or locker mounting using wire bracket.    Case of 25.	H8751
500ml ‘Bell’ container – free standing. Case of 25.	H8750
Wall mounted dispenser to take 1 litre refill.	H8753
1 litre refill for wall mounted dispenser. Case of 12.	H8754
Wall mounted elbow-lever bracket for Boston container.	H8752
Wall mounted bracket for Boston container (no lever).	H8752/A
Bed bracket for Boston container.	H8752/B
50ml ‘Tottle’ personal dispenser with pocket/belt clip + sprayhead. Case of 50.	H8761
50ml ‘Tottle’ personal dispenser with pocket/belt clip + sprayhead. Case of 24.	H8793
Replacement ‘Tottle’ pocket/belt clips. Case of 50.	H8765
50ml ‘Tottle’ personal dispenser with sprayhead (no pocket or belt clip). Case of 50.	H8762
50ml Pocket-Carry bottle with sprayhead. Case of 50.	H8763
50ml Pocket-Carry bottle with flip-top dispenser head. Case of 50.	H8764

 

References:
1. Department of Health. Standard Principles for preventing hospital-acquired infections. J Hosp Infect. 2001; 47(Supp): S21 – S37.  
2. Pratt RJ, et al. epic2: National evidence-based guidelines for preventing healthcare-associated infections in NHS hospitals in England.  J Hosp Infect. 2007; 65(Suppl): S1-64.
3. Sproat LJ, Inglis TJ. A multi-centre survey of hand hygiene practice in intensive care units. J Hosp Infect. 1994;  46: 137 - 148. 
4. Pittet D, et al. Effectiveness of a hospital-wide programme to improve compliance with hand hygiene. Lancet 2000; 356: 1307 –  1312. 
5. Bellamy K, et al. A test for assessment of ‘hygienic’ hand disinfection using rotavirus. J Hosp Infect. 1993; 24: 201 - 210.  
6. Thakerar A, Goodbourn C. Alcohol handrubs v soap. Alcohol Hand-Rub removes MRSA. BMJ 2003; 326: 50.
7. Rotter ML Arguments for alcoholic hand disinfection, J Hosp Infect. 2001; 48(Suppl): S4 – S8.
8. Bischoff WE, et al. Handwashing compliance by health care workers: The impact of introducing an accessible, alcohol-based hand antiseptic. Arch Intern Med. 2000; 160: 1017 – 1021.

FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions on Guest Alcohol Hand Rub Products