Additional Resources
EPA
- Overview
- Interactive Tool
- How To (video)
- Design for Environment (safer choice)
- Selected EPA-Registered Disinfectants
CDC Disinfection and Sterilization
Other
- American College of Medical Toxicology Safe Disinfectant Use
- American Academy of Pediatrics (Healthy Children) – Cleaners, Sanitizers, and Disinfectants
- Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Units (PEHSU) Safer Disinfectant Use
Webinars
Basics of Sterilization, Disinfection, and Sanitation (Webinar): This presentation by Dr. Ziad Kazzi, Emory University, will discuss the differences between sterilization, disinfection, and sanitation and their role in preventing the transmission of infectious diseases, like SARS-CoV-2 in school and healthcare settings. By the end of the program uses will be able to describe the safe use of disinfectants and discuss potential health hazards using bleach as an example.
Appropriate Use of Disinfectants in Schools and Healthcare Settings: QATs, Hydrogen Peroxide, and Phenol. This presentation by Dr. Ziad Kazzi, Emory University, will discuss the potential health hazards from inappropriate use of commonly used disinfectants Quaternary Ammonium Compounds, Hydrogen Peroxide, and Phenol.
Disinfection/Sterilization: A Primer with a Focus on Use in Healthcare Facilities Proper cleaning and disinfection/sterilization of devices and surfaces are critical to safely providing care to patients in healthcare facilities. Dr. David Weber, Medical Director of Hospital Epidemiology (Infection Prevention) at University of North Carolina Hospitals, will provide a comprehensive overview of when and how sterilants and disinfectants should be used with a focus on critical instruments/devices, semi-critical devices and non-critical devices and surfaces. Other topics that will also be discussed include the ideal disinfectant, monitoring cleaning effectiveness of surfaces, no touch methods of room disinfection, and how to manage a breach in proper disinfection/sterilization of medical instruments.
Podcasts
Using Disinfectants Safely in Schools and Healthcare Settings This podcast introduces listeners to the basics of cleaning including disinfection and sterilization as well as the proper and safe use of disinfectants to prevent infectious disease transmission.
The Safe Use of Bleach as a Disinfectant in Schools and Healthcare Settings
Using QATs, Hydrogen Peroxide and Phenol as Disinfectants Safely in Schools and Healthcare
