Infection Control & SafetyQuestion 228 of 484
Tools that need disinfection should be placed in the wet sanitizer:
a.Partially submerged with handles sticking out
b.Fully submerged so that all surfaces are in contact with the disinfectant
c.Wrapped in a towel inside the jar
d.On top of the lid
Explanation
Tools must be fully submerged so that every surface contacts the disinfectant for the full contact time. Partial submersion does not disinfect the exposed portion.
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