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The human factor In many companies the hygiene item has been already arranged to perfection. One weakness remains always and that is the human factor, especially his or her hands. Whether one is talking about the food sector, hospitality, hospitals and veterinary practices, good hand hygiene is essential. On any microbiological research suggests that almost everyone has a resident and transient skin flora. The …

Legionella infections Showers and other water systems can be a source of legionella infections. Legionella bacteria can (if they are inhaled) lead to severe pneumonia, known as Legionella pneumonia called the ‘Legionnaires’ disease. The bacterium which causes the disease, is located in very small numbers in the ground and in (tap) water, but in such small numbers that the bacterium is not a threat. …

Although disinfection is not an everyday concept everyone deals with it directly or indirectly. The quality of our food is also safeguarded by the use of disinfection agents during the traditional and industrial manufacturing process. The five most important sectors are: 1.Food and luxury foods industry 2.Intensive cattle breeding 3.Medical institutions, laboratories and care centres 4.Emergency services 5.Consumer households. Disinfection in food industry A …