EVS Sporicidal Health Risk to Staff and Patients

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Feature
NaDCC Conc
NaDCC Dil
Bleach Conc
Bleach Dil
PAA Conc
PAA Dil NADCC Wipes
Bleach Wipes
Format
Concentrate
In-Use Dilution
Concentrate
In-Use Dilution
Concentrate
In-Use Dilution
In-Use Dilution w/ commercial wipes
Bleach Wipes
HMIS
1/0/0
1/0/0
Not Available
Not Available
3/1/1
1/0/0
1/0/0
1/0/1
PPE Required
Gloves
Not Required
Gloves, Eye, Face, Gown
Gloves, Eye, Face, Gown
Chemical Resistant coveralls, footwear, face, gloves, respirator, apron
Gloves, Eye, Face, Gown
Gloves, Eye Recommended, not required
Gloves, Eye, Face, Gown
Irritating to Eyes
Yes
No
Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Yes can cause Eye Damage
Irritating to Skin
Yes No
Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Yes can cause Skin Irritation
Lowest EPA Inhalation Toxicity Rating? Cat IV non-toxic Cat IV non-toxic Cat I highly toxic
Cat I highly toxic Cat I highly toxic Cat IV Non-toxic Cat IV Non-toxic Cat I highly toxic
Damages Clothing No No Yes, Bleaches cloth
Yes, Bleaches cloth Yes, Can cause fire Yes, Can cause fire No Yes, Bleaches cloth
Odor None (tablet) Very light chlorine Strong chlorine
Strong chlorine Pungent vinegar Pungent vinegar Very light chlorine Moderate chlorine

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