Talking Clean in a Dirty World
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Every time you do ATP swabbing, you should do two swabs on the same surface. With every ATP swab, there's a 20% chance that the swab is wrong by a factor of two. But if you use two swabs, that frequency of failure rate becomes less than 1%. Suddenly you've lifted your likelihood of good data to a much higher level. - Dr. Greg Whiteley
Does this sound familiar?
You diligently clean and sanitize your environment, only to be left wondering if you truly achieved the desired level of cleanliness.
You've been told that using visual inspections alone is enough to assess cleanliness, but the nagging doubt lingers.
The frustration of not having concrete measurements and relying on unreliable methods can leave you feeling uncertain and anxious about the effectiveness of your cleaning efforts.
Role of ATP meters in ensuring cleanliness
ATP (adenosine triphosphate) meters play an integral role in maintaining standards of cleanliness, especially in a healthcare setting. As we discuss in this episode with Dr. Greg Whiteley, these devices measure ATP levels to provide an accurate estimate of cleanliness on various surfaces. However, it's critical to use these meters correctly for precise results and to influence effective cleaning practices.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:00 - Introduction, 00:01:11 - Using ATP Meters,
00:02:31 - Tips for Using ATP Meters,
00:04:21 - Biofilms and ATP,
00:09:01 - Regulatory Testing for Disinfectants,
00:15:35 - Understanding ATP and its Importance,
00:16:21 - Wrapping Up the Conversation,
00:16:56 - Dr. Whitely's Grandson,
00:17:17 - Sharing a Visual Graphic,
00:17:49 - Farewell and Future Communication,
Connect with Dr. Greg Whiteley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/associate-professor-greg-s-whiteley-526b2bb7/
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