Basics of Sterilization, Disinfection, and Sanitization in Schools and Healthcare Settings
Tuesday, November 16, 2021 12pm to 1pm
About this Event
This presentation by Dr. Ziad Kazzi, Emory University, will discuss the differences between sterilization, disinfection, and sanitation and their role in preventing the transmission of infectious diseases, like SARS-CoV-2 in school and healthcare settings. By the end of the program uses will be able to describe the safe use of disinfectants and discuss potential health hazards using bleach as an example.
The Deep South Center for OH&S is an approved provider of continuing education units for nurses by the AL Board of Nursing (Provider ABNP0420 Expiration Date 12/22/2025) and has awarded this program 1.0 contact hours.
Cosponsored with the Deep South Center for Occupational Health and Safety.
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