Does antibacterial hand wash kill viruses?

We cannot vouch for all antibacterial hand washes since some contain different chemicals and ingredients and are made in different ways. What we can vouch for is that APT's Germ Free that will kill viruses, bacteria, and germs. This is an antibacterial hand wash with biocidal action that has been specially formulated to meet the demands of hygiene in the medical field and food industries. This is a high quality odourless, non-tainting formula, safe to use in the food industry. It's highly recommended for frequent washing to kill germs and viral organisms. Containing a blend of emollients to keep the hands soft and safe from damage and harm.

Does hand wash need to be antibacterial?

It is critical that we take hand washing seriously, this helps reduce the spread of infectious diseases like the current outbreak. Germ Free is an antibacterial hand wash with a biocidal action that has been scientifically designed to meet the demands of hygiene in the medical field and the food industry. It contains a high-quality formula that contains chlorhexidine digluconate at 1% (10,000 ppm) which is greater than the required level for killing bacteria and it is an odourless, non-tainting formula that is safe to use in the food and beverage industry. This is recommended for frequent washing to kill germs and viral organisms.

What makes hand wash antibacterial?

For a hand wash to be antibacterial in nature, they must contain active powerful bactericides that have been proven and tested to kill all gram+ and gram- bacteria, viruses and 99.999% of all germs. Germ Free has been tested against all germs, viruses and bacteria and has been scientifically designed to meet hygiene demands in both the medical field and food and beverage sectors, some of the strictest of areas. Containing chlorhexidine digluconate at 1% (10,000 ppm), this is greater than the required level for killing bacteria, it's recommended for frequent washing to kill all germs, bacterial and viral organisms.

When must a food handler wash their hands?

We recommend that food handlers wash their hands every hour at least, or whenever they go to touch a new surface or food items, to ensure that bacteria, germs, and viruses do not spread, and contamination does not occur. APT's Germ Free is an antibacterial hand wash with a biocidal action that has been scientifically designed to meet the demands of hygiene in the medical field and the food industry. This hand wash is recommended for frequent washing to kill all germs and viral organisms, but don't worry about your hands being damaged, Germ Free contains a blend of emollients to keep the hands soft.

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Antibacterial Hand Wash - Germ Free

Q: Is antibacterial hand wash better than soap?

Germ Free is an antibacterial hand wash which has added bactericides to help in the fight against enveloped diseases like the current outbreak. The bactericide has been tested against both gram+ and gram- bacteria and kills 99.99% of germs. Since it is intended for frequent use, it gentle on the skin as it contains emollients to help to keep skin stay moist and thus prevent it from cracking. Everyone who works in a medical field, food handling preparation areas and those that have a responsibility to maintain a high degree of personnel cleanliness. Another benefit of this formula is that it is highly concentrated, making it economical in use.

It is critical that we take hand washing seriously, this helps reduce the spread of infectious diseases like the current outbreak.

Germ Free is an antibacterial hand wash with a biocidal action
Scientifically designed to meet the demands of hygiene in the medical field and the food industry
It is alcohol free
It contains chlorhexidine digluconate at 1% (10,000 ppm) which is greater than the required level for killing bacteria
A high quality odourless, non-tainting formula, safe to use in the food industry
Recommended for frequent washing to kill germs and viral organisms
Containing a blend of emollients to keep the hands soft

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Liquid Antibacterial Soap - Germ Free - 12 x 1 Litre

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Antibacterial Hand Wash Refill - Germ Free - 2 x 5 Litres

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Bulk Hand Wash Refill - Germ Free - 4 x 5 Litres

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Price: £84.40

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Best Antibacterial Hand Wash

Germ Free is an antibacterial hand wash which has added bactericides to help in the fight against enveloped diseases like the current outbreak. The bactericide has been tested against both gram+ and gram- bacteria and kills 99.99% of germs.

Since it is intended for frequent use, it gentle on the skin as it contains emollients to help to keep skin stay moist and thus prevent it from cracking.

Germ Free Is Known As The Best Antibacterial Hand Wash UK And Used In Hospitals

Active powerful bactericide - kills all gram+ and gram- bacteria
Non perfumed - can be used in food preparation areas
Concentrated - economical in use
Biodegradable - kind to the environment
Contains emollients - helps keep skin soft and supple
Prevents skin cracking, reducing potential infection
Used for frequent hand washing in hygiene conscious areas such as NHS hospitals including all medical establishments, care homes and sterile units as well as food processing and manufacturing.

Who Should Use Germ Free Antibacterial Hand Wash?

Everyone who works in a medical field, food handling preparation areas and those that have a responsibility to maintain a high degree of personnel cleanliness.

Using this antibacterial hand soap with correct and regular hand washing will help to reduce risk of infections and cross contamination in the following areas:

hospitals
medical practices
care and nursing homes
dental practices
schools
kitchens
hotels
food processing plants
other catering environments

How Can I Make Sure That My Hands Are Germ Free?

Apply a small amount of hand soap to the palm of your hand. Gently rub in to ensure you massage and cover all hands and wrist area. The space between the fingers and under/around the fingernails require particular attention as they are potential areas where bacteria can grow and flourish. Continue rubbing for up to 1 minute and then rinse with clean water to remove all soap residue. It can be used by single application or through many types of dispensers.

It is critical that we take hand washing seriously to help reduce the spread of infectious diseases, so a superior antibacterial hand wash used in hospitals is a great way to protect yourself and your colleagues.

You can call APT's Hygiene Experts for any advice or help.

For further advice on hand washing - www.cdc.gov/handwashing/why-handwashing.html

Best Antibacterial Hand Wash

Since it is intended for frequent use, it gentle on the skin as it contains emollients to help to keep skin stay moist and thus prevent it from cracking.

Germ Free Is Known As The Best Antibacterial Hand Wash UK And Used In Hospitals

Active powerful bactericide - kills all gram+ and gram- bacteria
Non perfumed - can be used in food preparation areas
Concentrated - economical in use
Biodegradable - kind to the environment
Contains emollients - helps keep skin soft and supple
Prevents skin cracking, reducing potential infection
Used for frequent hand washing in hygiene conscious areas such as NHS hospitals including all medical establishments, care homes and sterile units as well as food processing and manufacturing.

Who Should Use Germ Free Antibacterial Hand Wash?

Everyone who works in a medical field, food handling preparation areas and those that have a responsibility to maintain a high degree of personnel cleanliness.

Using this antibacterial hand soap with correct and regular hand washing will help to reduce risk of infections and cross contamination in the following areas: