We live on a planet where every environment
contains bacteria and germs. There are more than 600,000 bacteria per
square inch of the human skin.
Most of these bacteria are harmless to
humans, but the bacteria that are considered pathogens are very
dangerous and can even be said to be deadly.
Using a variety of disinfectants on surfaces can prevent the spread of fungi and viruses and pathogenic bacteria.
There are different types of disinfectants. What is important about these disinfectants is how they work.
You
must first understand the advantages and disadvantages of a
disinfectant and then choose the best disinfectant with a conscious
decision.
How do disinfectants work?
Disinfectants
are used to kill bacteria, mold, fungi, viruses, etc. Commercial
formulations based on these chemicals that lead to the production of the
product must be registered with the EPA or approved by the FDA.
EPA Definition: United States Environmental Protection Agency (epa registered)
FDA Definition: Food and Drug Administration
In
most cases, each product is designed for a specific purpose and should
be used accordingly. Therefore, before using any product, the labels
should be carefully studied so that the desired product is used
properly.
The active ingredient in each disinfectant follows a specific formula and is actually what kills the pathogens.
If we want to give an example, we have to mention surfactants. These are added to the disinfectant formula so that it is constantly wet when it is used on the surface or helps to clean the surface.( surface disinfectants)
What points should be considered to choose a suitable disinfectant?
1- Effectiveness of disinfectant
2- Time to kill
3- Safety
4- Ease of use
You need to consider whether the disinfectant you use in your centers will kill all the bacteria and pathogens.
Disinfectants include:
- Alcohols
- Chlorine and chlorine compounds
- Formaldehyde
- Glutaraldehyde
- ortho phthalaldehyde
- Hydrogen peroxide
- Iodophors
- Peracetic acid
- Phenolics
and quaternary ammonium compounds.
Organic
compounds are characterized by one or more hydroxyl (OH) groups
attached to carbon atoms of the alkyl group. Alcohols are considered to
be a derivative of water in which one of its hydrogen atoms is replaced
by an alkyl group.
It is usually denoted by the letter R in
organic structures. For example, in the ethanol of the alkyl group, the
ethyl group is CH2CH3.
Chlorine and chlorine compounds
It
is usually denoted by the letter R in organic structures. For example,
in the ethanol of the alkyl group, the ethyl group is CH2CH3.
Formaldehyde
Formaldehyde
is a colorless, strong, flammable chemical that is industrially
produced and used in building materials such as particle board, plywood
and other compressed wood products.