… E 6 Source: Suchomel M et al. 2012 3 0 0 0 1 B S Research for infection protection. www.bode-science-center.com B 4 Kramer, A. / Rudolph, P. / Kampf, G. / Pittet, D. (2002) Limited efficacy of alcohol-based hand gels Background Conclusions There are many gels available in healthcare facilities Most alcohol-based hand gels have a rather low for the disinfection of hands. … Bundesgesundheitsblatt – rubbing hands with a light, quickly absorbing O/W (oil-in-water) Gesundheitsforschung – Gesundheitsschutz 2000, 43:230-233. 3 BGR 197 Berufsgenossenschaftliche Regeln für Sicherheit und Gesundheit bei emulsion several times a day during work. der Arbeit, Benutzung von Hautschutz, April 2001. 4 TRGS 401 Technische Regeln für Gefahrstoffe, Gefährdung durch Haut- kontakt, Ermittlung, Beurteilung, Maßnahmen, Oktober 2006. 5 TRGS 540 Technische Regeln für Gefahrstoffe, Sensibilisierende Stoffe, Februar 2000. 1 _ 5 Repeated wet work leads to skin damages: Only intact skin provides pathogens no 1 3 0_ SEM micrograph of health skin (left) and niches and ensures proper hand disinfection N E flaky skin (right). without burning sensation. 3 2 0 0 0 1 B S Research for infection protection. www.bode-science-center.com B 16 Kampf, G. / Wigger-Alberti, W. / Wilhelm, K.P. (2006) Do atopics tolerate alcohol-based hand rubs? … Gentle hand disinfectants and excellently fitting E 4 1 0 0 0 1 B S Research for infection protection. www.bode-science-center.com B 22 Maury, E. et al. (2000) Availability of an alcohol solution can improve hand disinfection compliance in an intensive care unit Background Conclusions The employees’ compliance in hand hygiene is The study demonstrates a positive and lasting effect of the often insufficient, independent of guidelines and alcohol-based rub Sterillium on hand hygiene compliance. recommendations. …