Pure O2 chlorine dioxide solution for hospitals and hotels
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* The Role of Chlorine Dioxide in Infection Control in Hospital Facilities.
PureO2's chlorine dioxide (ClO₂) has emerged as a leading disinfectant in healthcare settings due to its unique properties.
Broad-spectrum efficacy: Kills bacteria, viruses, and fungi, including Legionella and MRSA.
Eco-friendly: Minimizes harmful byproducts such as trihalomethanes (THMs), HAAs, and HANs.
Hospital water disinfection: Provides long-term protection for water systems.
By incorporating chlorine dioxide disinfection into infection control protocols, hospitals can meet stringent health and safety standards while mitigating the risks associated with traditional disinfection methods.
* Why PureO2's chlorine dioxide is the standard for healthcare disinfection.
Information on the benefits of using chlorine dioxide in hospitals =
Healthcare facilities demand disinfection methods that prioritize not only pathogen removal but also equipment lifespan, patient safety, and regulatory compliance. Chlorine dioxide (ClO₂) meets these needs by offering the following benefits:
1. Comprehensive Sterilization
Chlorine dioxide has a broad sterilizing effect, making it effective against bacteria, viruses, harmful protozoa, and biofilms. Unlike conventional disinfectants, it works across all surfaces, including indoor air, water, and surfaces, making it an all-in-one solution suitable for pathogens.
* Indoor Air Sterilization: Using PureO2 Stick and PureO2 Pack-Solid products, it continuously removes airborne pathogens in operating rooms, intensive care units, general wards, shared facilities, and treatment rooms.
* Water Systems: Prevents Legionella in plumbing systems.
* Surfaces: Eliminates biofilms and hospital-acquired bacteria in frequently touched areas and on medical devices.
2. Biofilm Prevention
Biofilm formation on hospital water systems and medical devices can harbor harmful microorganisms. Chlorine dioxide destroys biofilms at the molecular level, maintaining hygiene and preventing contamination.
3. pH Independence
Unlike conventional chlorine-based disinfectants, chlorine dioxide remains effective across a wide pH range (2–10), enabling reliable disinfection regardless of water chemistry.
4. Disinfection for Regulatory Compliance:
Hospitals must adhere to strict guidelines from agencies such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Chlorine dioxide's effectiveness meets these regulatory requirements, helping healthcare facilities stay compliant and avoid problems and fines.
* Regulatory Compliance for Healthcare Facilities
Compliance with international regulatory standards is crucial for hospital safety.
* CDC Guidelines: Chlorine dioxide aligns with CDC recommendations for preventing waterborne infections in healthcare facilities where Legionella infections occur.
* EPA Standards: Complies with EPA guidelines for drinking water disinfection and byproduct minimization.
* ASHRAE Standards: Supports ASHRAE Standard 188 for Legionella Risk Management in Building Water Systems.
* Best Practices for Using Chlorine Dioxide in Hospitals
To maximize the effectiveness of chlorine dioxide in infection control, hospitals should adopt comprehensive best practices tailored to their specific needs.
The following are actionable steps for integrating chlorine dioxide into healthcare water and air systems:
1. Regular Water System Testing
Frequency: Test at least monthly, more frequently in high-risk areas such as intensive care units.
Parameters: Monitor chlorine dioxide levels, pH, and temperature to ensure optimal disinfection.
Tools: Use specialized test kits or automated monitoring systems for accurate results.
2. Intensive Disinfection of High-Risk Areas
Use chlorine dioxide to disinfect water used in humidifiers, dialysis equipment, and surgical instruments.
Ensure all cooling towers and HVAC systems are treated to prevent biofilm formation and minimize the risk of airborne pathogens.
3. Systematic Staff Training
Educate facility managers and operators on the proper handling and administration of chlorine dioxide, as well as the concentrations used.
4. Long-Term Maintenance and Monitoring
Routinely run and inspect chlorine dioxide disinfection systems.
Hospitals and healthcare facilities that use chlorine dioxide for disinfection often experience significant improvements in maintaining a sterile environment and reducing the prevalence of waterborne pathogens. Chlorine dioxide is particularly effective in infection control because it penetrates biofilms and ensures consistent disinfection across a variety of surfaces.
The use of chlorine dioxide meets the rigorous standards required in healthcare settings, providing a reliable method for protecting both patients and staff.
* Regular chlorine dioxide use improves safety and minimizes byproducts for a safe environment.
* Conventional disinfectants, such as chlorine, produce harmful byproducts such as trihalomethanes (THMs) and chlorates, posing a risk to patients and healthcare workers. Chlorine dioxide addresses these issues by providing strong disinfection while also producing very low levels of byproducts.
* Non-corrosive:
Unlike some disinfectants, chlorine dioxide is less corrosive to medical equipment and facility infrastructure, reducing maintenance costs and extending their lifespan. Hospitals can benefit from the benefits of chlorine dioxide without compromising safety.
* Environmentally Responsible Choice
PureO2's chlorine dioxide solution minimizes chemical waste and aligns with green healthcare initiatives, achieving sustainability goals.
Chlorine dioxide has a low environmental footprint, making it a preferred choice for environmentally conscious healthcare providers.
* Solving Hospital-Specific Challenges
- Eliminate Legionella and Biofilm from Hospital-Wide Water Systems.
Waterborne pathogens like Legionella can thrive in hospital plumbing, posing a serious health risk. Chlorine dioxide (ClO2) targets biofilms and inhibits the growth of Legionella, ensuring water quality meets the highest standards.
* Disinfects High-Traffic Areas
Hospitals often have high-risk areas, such as operating rooms and intensive care units, where the risk of infection is high. Chlorine dioxide thoroughly disinfects surfaces, equipment, and the air in these areas, creating a safer environment for patients and staff.
* Use of chlorine dioxide in hospitals.
- In areas with severe contamination from bacteria or viruses, disinfect by spraying 200 ppm of liquid chlorine dioxide onto the area.
- All general objects and medical devices, etc. in public facilities are sprayed and disinfected at 120 ppm.
- All water used in hospitals is used with a chlorine dioxide concentration of 1 to 2 ppm.
* The use of chlorine dioxide in hotels is similar to that used in hospitals.
Chlorine dioxide is applied to all hotel water.
* Disinfect the entire space, including the inside of hotel rooms, hallways, and stairwells, with ClO2 at a concentration of 120-200 ppm.
* All items used in the hotel, including bedding, carpets, towels, pajamas, slippers, and gowns, are sprayed and disinfected with liquid chlorine dioxide.
* When washing bedding, carpets, towels, pajamas, slippers, gowns, etc. used by guests at the hotel, low-concentration liquid chlorine dioxide is added to the laundry.
You can feel a much cleaner and clearer feeling than with regular laundry.
Disinfection and sterilization guidelines and protocols for the efficient and safe use of continuous-release ClO₂ (chlorine dioxide) gas and liquid chlorine dioxide products in multi-use facilities such as hospitals and hotels.
These guidelines and protocols were designed with reference to relevant domestic and international regulations (e.g., the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency, the Ministry of Environment, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, OSHA, the EPA, and the WHO).
???? 1. Basic Principles
Ensuring Safety: Ensure safe use by clearly defining ventilation, usage, and exposure time.
Effective Application: Apply the product at the appropriate concentration and method for each application, including space, surface, air, and water.
Continuous Maintenance: Conduct periodic sterilization, deodorization, and pathogenic microorganism monitoring.
???? 2. Instructions for Use of Continuous-Releasing ClO₂ Gas Products (Hospitals and Hotels)
✅ Applicable Spaces
Patient rooms, restrooms, hallways, emergency room waiting areas, operating room waiting areas, hospital shower rooms, hotel rooms, elevators, hallways, trash storage areas, etc.
✅ How to Use
Product Type: Continuous-Releasing ClO₂ Gas Stick Product/Puff-Solid Product
Emission Concentration: 0.03-0.04 ppm (below the safety standard for occupied spaces)
Installation Location: Living spaces with good air circulation.
ClO₂ gas is heavier than air, so install and attach the product in an elevated location.
???? 3. Instructions for Use of Liquid Chlorine Dioxide Products (For Surface/Water/Space Disinfection in Hospitals and Hotels)
✅ Applications
Hospitals: Spray disinfection of examination tables, doorknobs, operating tables, treatment equipment, patient beds, bathrooms, etc.
Hotels: Bedding, remote controls, bathrooms, elevator buttons, shared desks, kitchen equipment, etc.
* Disinfection of all water used in hospitals and hotels.
✅ Dilution and Use Concentration
High-Risk Surfaces (Hospital Treatment Areas) 150-200 ppm, 1:40-1:30
General Surfaces (Guest Rooms, Office Spaces, etc.) 120 ppm, 1:50
Air Spray Disinfection (Continuous Fog) 30-60 ppm, 1:100-1:200
Bathroom Floor/Toilet Cleaning 120 ppm or more, 1:50
Water Treatment (Hospital Tanks, Cisterns, Pipes, Bathtubs) 1-2 ppm, 1:1000-1:2000
✅ Directions for Use
Apply or spray using a sprayer, cloth, mop, or automatic sprayer.
Contact for at least 5 minutes and allow to air dry.
For metal devices, it is recommended to wipe with a dry cloth after cleaning.
???? 4. Example Disinfection Protocol for Hospitals and Hotels
* Items, Frequency, and Products
ClO₂ gas continuous-release product for guest room air disinfection.
Surface disinfection during guest room cleaning: 120 ppm liquid ClO₂ daily, remote controls, handles, etc.
Bathroom floor/toilet disinfection: 120 ppm liquid ClO₂ twice daily, cleaning mop
Operating room air management: Install ClO₂ gas gel around ventilation vents at all times
Hospital beds/bed handles: Directly spray 120-200 ppm liquid ClO₂ daily, then wipe clean
All water used in hospitals and hotels should be maintained at 2-3 ppm liquid ClO₂.
???? 5. Human Safety Standards (Reference)
WHO Standard: The safety standard for long-term exposure to ClO₂ gas is 0.1 ppm or less.
OSHA Standard: 8-hour Time-Weighted Average (TWA) Exposure Limit: 0.1 ppm
???? 6. Pure O₂ Product Usage Guide
> Pure O₂'s high-purity continuous-release ClO₂ products (sticks, Packsolid) and high-concentration chlorine dioxide water are the optimal choice for professional hygiene management in hospitals and hotels.