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In the daily routine of hospitals and laboratories, disinfection, sterilization and cleaning are part of the daily routine. Although these terms are often mentioned together, the differences between the actual procedures are great. Here we have compiled a detailed list of the exact differences between disinfection and sterilization, which definitions are relevant in each case, and which procedures, methods and areas of application are differentiated.

In order to make the handling of hazardous materials safer in everyday life as well as in road traffic, corresponding materials have been divided into different hazardous materials classes. Diese sind nach Gefahrenmerkmalen gegliedert und in neun ADR-Klassen unterteilt. We have summarized here which substances are included in dangerous goods class 3, what to look out for in terms of labeling and packaging, and which legal requirements apply.

To sterilize liquids, solids and biological hazardous materials, the steam sterilization process is mostly used. An autoclave is used for this purpose, which must be proven to produce reproducible results. Here you can find out how to operate an autoclave correctly, which substances may be autoclaved in it and what you must pay attention to with regard to the equipment and the legal requirements.

The use of disinfectants has risen sharply, especially in private use. Not least because of this, many users ask themselves whether disinfectant can run off and what consequences can occur if it is used again. We have summarized all the information on how long disinfectants can be stored, what happens afterwards and what to look out for when disposing of them.

In order to take the right safety precautions when dealing with potentially harmful substances, they must be classified – and classified as hazardous substances. But what are hazardous substances? This blog post provides various definitions of hazardous substances, gives an overview of the potential health effects, and explains the legal regulations that apply when dealing with the substances.

Gaseous substances are a constant part of our everyday lives – from the oxygenated air to the fog in the garden to the useful gases that are transported every day. But what exactly are gaseous substances? How are these to be labeled according to the common class of dangerous goods? And what should be taken into account during storage and transport?