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Establishing cross-contamination barriers

Establishing cross-contamination barriers is a proactive approach to minimizing the spread of infectious agents from one area of the animal care facility to the next. Blood borne pathogens, viruses and bacteria are found on virtually every surface that we come in contact with on a daily basis.rnrnAlthough disinfectants and sanitizers do not meet the EPA green solution criteria, products that offer multiple species infectious agent kill claims will help support your facilities green initiative.rnrnTo help combat the spread of infectious agents, EPA registered disinfectants and/or sanitizers must be used in environments where surface borne infectious agents are most likely to exist.

These

<strong>Hot Zones</strong>

should include:rnTreatment RoomsrnrnOperating RoomsrnSurgery RecoveryrnSick Animal ContainmentrnRestroomsrnPublic AreasrnKennel AreasrnAnywhere there is existing and/or potential for the spread of an infectious agent.rnrnAlthough disinfectants and sanitizers do not meet the EPA green solution criteria, products that offer multiple species infectious agent kill claims will help support your facilities green initiative.rnTechniques to avoid Cross contamination also work for food,

according to the USDA.

Hot Zones Key Points

KEEP IT VISUAL!

Place Hand Sanitizing and Cleaning Stations in areas that are visual to your clients. It will provide them with a sense of security and confidence that you are providing a safe, clean and disease free environment for their valued pets.rnrnInstall wall-mounted cleaning instructions and utilize color-coded cleaning tools, such as mop handles, to assist your employees in implementing a consistent and effective cleaning protocol.

MAKE IT ECONOMICAL

Utilize mechanical dilution control and dispensing systems to help ensure solution efficacy, control use cost, reduce labor costs and create a safer working environment.

KEEP IT SAFE!

<strong>Discontinue</strong>

the use of bleach and other chemicals that are hazardous to both humans and animals.rnUtilize wet-floor/caution signs to minimize the chance of slip-and-falls and keep Material Safety Data Information and Emergency Contact numbers readily accessible to all employees.

KEEP IT FRIENDLY!

Use green friendly solutions and procedures wherever and whenever possible to help create a safer environment for your clients, your employees and your community.