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.
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.
Other images (hover over each image for more information; click for a larger image)
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| Order Codes | |
| Product | Code |
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| 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 |
| 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