Preventing the spread of infection

摘要

A new ISO committee for biocidal surfaces has been formed to ensure we are fit for the battle against germs.Biocidal surfaces are a valuable tool for infection prevention and control because they destroy or inactivate unwanted pathogens,thus contributing to a cleaner environment.However,the performance of such surfaces can vary,giving rise to the need for effective guidelines and test methods to ensure they are up to scratch.