Differences between Cleaning, Disinfection & Sterilization

Another good question and answer: Q. What is the difference between cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization? A. There is a big difference among these terms. Cleaning refers to the removal of visible soil and organic material (i.e., dirt, body fluids) from objects by washing or scrubbing with water and detergents or soaps and rinsing with water….

General Cleaning Principles

I had a request for basic cleaning principles for a doctor’s office. Here is a list for any healthcare facility, and for your home as well.     Scrubbing is the best way to physically remove dirt, debris and microorganisms. Cleaning is required prior to any disinfection process because dirt and debris will decrease the…