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3M Clean Trace
3M Clean Trace
ATP: Adenosine Triphosphate The energy currency molecule of all living organisms Luciferin/luciferase
Simple Relationship
increase in light (RLU)
Method
ATP Microbiological (ACC) Presence of MRSA Visual assessment
DIRECT RISK
Contamination, infection
INDIRECT RISK
Encourage growth of microorganisms and possible cross contamination
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Read the swab using the 3M Clean-Trace NGi Luminometer result provided in RLU and stored on the luminometer Upload results from the Clean-Trace NGi luminometer to the
3M Clean-Trace Online Reporting System via web browser simply requiring username and password
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Internet connection
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Benefits
Easy to use: The simplicity of tests reduces variability from user to user ensuring accurate and consistent results Minimal training required Easy integration into existing daily cleaning checks
Rapid results: Results available in less than 30 seconds Allows assessment of the hygienic status of facilities in real time Enables immediate corrective actions and proactive cleaning schedules
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Benefits
Quantitative monitoring: Provides quantitative test scores in proportion to the amount of organic matter present on the surface tested Enables the identification of potential high-risk areas Simple to interpret: Results are presented as Relative Light Units (RLU) that directly relate to the degree of contamination on equipment or surfaces
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Benefits
Reliable and accurate:
Can be combined with subjective visual assessments to provide a more accurate assessment of hygiene status. Superior repeatability2,3 and excellent sensitivity3
Benefits
The NEW Online reporting system: Secure capture and storage of hygiene data Automated online report generation to help comply with audit requirements Minimises administration time of preparing hygiene reports Reports provide easy identification of priority areas for targeted testing Clear identification of re-test results alongside original results showing remedial actions and demonstrating due diligence Flexibility to choose the auto-generated report type, the target audience and frequency of distribution Reports emailed to all identified stakeholders at scheduled frequency Automated alerts for hygiene non-conformance
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Applications
Routine ward hygiene management Monitoring of mobile equipment Monitoring of equipment impacting tissue viability
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Trial process
Set up trial agreement Pre-trial training Trial
support from 3M as required
Business case
3M has developed a business case template to assist in the adoption process following the success of a trial
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