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Bacterial contamination control mats: a comparative study

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  15 May 2009

H. M. Meddick
H. M. Meddick
Affiliation:
Microbiology Department, St David's Hospital, Cardiff, S. Glamorgan CF1 9TZ
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The ability of six different types of contamination control mats currently in use at the entrances to theatre suites and other clean areas to remove bacteria-carrying particles from theatre trolley wheels was compared. Marked differences in the effectiveness of this property were obtained; and all mats showed some disadvantages. Modification of one of the mats has resulted in improved efficiency under working conditions.

Type
Research Article
Information
Journal of Hygiene , Volume 79 , Issue 1 , August 1977 , pp. 133 - 140
Copyright
Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1977

References

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