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Please reference: TIPS: The Infection Prevention Strategy (www.IC.tips) where and when appropriate
Contents
Master Class Videos (webinars) Full video presentations of our popular Master Class Series from leading scientist and subject matter experts.
Protocols Posters and step by step instructions on hand hygiene, mask, glove and sanitizer use.
Wayfinding Printable posters and navigational signs for your facility.
Important Articles Critical articles from the TIPS Network and other sources
Resources Important resources from major health authorities and the TIPS Network outlining routines and methodologies.
Government Reopening Plans Official reopening plans from Canadian and American government agencies. Each of these provides step by step instructions on what to do and how to mitigate risk. Contact our team if you require additional information or assistance.
Approved Disinfection Method Complete listing of USA and Canadian approved products for COVID-19 disinfection.
Innovations & Services Innovations and services that have been reviewed by the TIPS team and are recommended for adoption.
Questions and Answers Coming Soon! The team is compiling a list of questions and answers from our weekly calls and forums. Check back soon for answers to the most common questions!
Master Class Videos (webinars)
Best Practices (Cleaning)
Best Practices (Medical/Dental)
Air Quality (all offices types)
Air Flow (high level conversation)
What are you bringing home…COVID-19?
How do you measure clean (high level conversation)
N95 USE & REUSE
Best Practices (French)
Protocols
Washing Hands
Using Hand Sanitizer
Gloves
Masks
2 Step Cleaning
Wayfinding
2 Way Stairs
Down Stairs
Up Stairs
2 Way Traffic
Area Closed
Entrance Only
Exit Only
One Way
Wait Here
Wash Your Hands
Do Not Use
Important Articles
Summary of important facts regarding COVID-2019
The Need for Rapid Contagion Screening (understanding what a fever is and how to measure it)
Q&A April 1, Webinar: N95 USE, Disinfection and REUSE
Overview of Chemical Disinfection of N95 FFRs
Misleading Math: Kill Claims and Log Reduction
COVID-19 is not a virus, but SARS-CoV-2 is
Basics of Infection Prevention and Control with Special Reference to Human Respiratory Coronaviruses
Insightful Article: Scientists and politicians at odds over physical distancing needed to limit transmission
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Resources
How to Self Isolate
How to Self Monitor
Disinfection for Public Settings
CDC Cleaning & Disinfecting Community Facilities
CDC Cleaning & Disinfecting your Facility
Myth busters Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) advice for the public
California: Child Care and Pre School
Compilation of Published Data on the Persistence of Bacterium and Viruses
Measurable Auditing Systems for Cleaning & Disinfection (Coming Soon)
The following innovations and services have been reviewed by the TIPS team and are recommended for adoption. Please contact us if you would like more information on any of the listed services/products.
NOTE: None of the products, services and companies below have paid to be mentioned, nor is TIPS compensated on the sale or promotion of the products and services. TIPS core mission is to advance innovations, ideas and processes that make a difference in global health. TIPS declares no conflict of interest with the following recommended products and services.
FACILITY ACCREDITATION GBAC STAR™ is the cleaning industry’s only outbreak prevention, response and recovery accreditation for facilities. GBAC STAR is a performance-based program. GBAC offers tools and documentation to assist facilities in developing the competencies, procedures, and protocols that meet accreditation requirements as needed. contact us
AUDITING Measure the cleanliness of your facility. Microbiological sampling is the most effective measurable auditing method. Quantitative test enumerates the total aerobic colony counts (ACC) of any bacteria recovered from surfaces. Results are presented as colony forming units (CFUs) per cm2 or CFU/sample as appropriate. contact us
CONSULTING Leading experts that can create customized solutions to ensure your Environmental Infection Prevention program achieves your goals. contact us
DISINFECTANT Klorkleen 2 (also available under different brand names) is registered with the EPA for emerging viral pathogens at the highest level – 2c. NoCoV has been identified as a level 2a emerging pathogen. Defender would be recommended at 4306 ppm – 1 large tablet (13.1g) per 32 ounces of water – with a 1 minute contact time. contact us
DISINFECTANT PURE® Hard Surface (EPA Reg. No. 72977-5-73912) has been added to EPA’s List N: Disinfectants for Use Against SARS-CoV-2 based on its efficacy against the Human Coronavirus. The list is comprised of the primary product registration number and may be sold under a different brand name. You can identify the product by the three-part EPA Reg. No. The first two parts match the primary product and the third set of numbers represents the distributor ID. SDC3A (EPA Reg. No. 72977-5) is the primary product registered by the EPA and sold under brand name PURE Hard Surface. contact us
AUTO UV Studies indicated that using UV as a surface disinfectant gives you a 99-99.9% reduction in MRSA and C.Diff when supplementing terminal cleans with UV room disinfection. contact us
N95 MASK DISINFECTION FDA has issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) using vaporized hydrogen peroxide (VHP) to decontaminate compatible N95 respirators in the United States for multiple-user reuse by health care personnel. contact us
N95 MASK DISINFECTION TERMINATOR CoV takes UVC N95 mask disinfection to the next level by optimizing speed, volume, process, and validation. High-intensity UVC lamps, and reflective aluminum tunnel ensure rapid disinfection. Conveyor-style process with adjustable speed controls, and easy-adjust tunnel height, allows control of UVC dose and flexibility to re-purpose for disinfection of other devices. contact us
AIRDECONTAMINATION Intellipure line of air filtration devices are scientifically calibrated to filter the smallest of viruses called ultrafine particles with an efficiency of 99.99% down to the .007 micron. contact us
Humidity Control Indoor air quality data (hygrometer and air quality sensors for humidity control) contact us
AccuMed Jumper Non-Contact Infrared Thermometer for Forehead (JPD-FR202) FDA Cleared contact us
According to the CDC, our shoes gather and carry millions of pathogens. This is how deadly superbugs enter and spread indoors. The PathO3Gen Solutions UVZone shoe sanitizer uses Ozone + UVC light which is 110x more effective than UV light alone, and 40x more effective than sanitizing floor mats at eliminating deadly pathogens, including Coronavirus.
This visible sign of safety will reassure patients and caretakers alike as you welcome back visitors and control shoes from spreading infections. contact us
