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Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Health Care Personnel Handwash Formulations by Utilizing Fingernail Regions
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Scope
1.1 This test method covers the determination of ability of antimicrobial handwashing agents to give reductions of transient microbial flora (bacterial flora) when used in a hand washing procedure.
1.2 A knowledge of microbiological techniques is required for these procedures.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For more specific hazard statements, see Note 1.
Keywords
antimicrobial soap; Escherichia coli; fingernail; health care personnel handwash; Serratia marcescens; toothbrush; ICS Number Code 11.080.01 (Sterilization and disinfection in general)
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Document Number
ASTM-E1327-90(2000)
Revision Level
1990 R00 EDITION
Status
Superseded
Modification Type
Reapproval
Publication Date
Jan. 26, 1990
Document Type
Test Method
Page Count
4 pages
Committee Number
E35.15