Infection Control & SafetyQuestion 184 of 484
A disinfectant used on multi-use tools in California must be EPA-registered and labeled with which combination of activity?
a.Bactericidal, virucidal, and fungicidal
b.Antibacterial only
c.Antiviral only
d.Sporicidal
Explanation
California requires the disinfectant to be EPA-registered and labeled as bactericidal, virucidal, and fungicidal. Sporicidal activity is not required for salon disinfection.
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