Observation study of water outlet design from a cross-infection/user perspective: time for a radical re-think?

ConclusionsAlthough handwashing is a key barrier to cross-infection, poor selection and incorrect use of outlet undermines its effectiveness. Design and incorrect instalment further compromise the intended means of operation of elbow levers. Of equal concern is that this risk mostly goes unrecognized. There is an opportunity to improve handwashing safety, but it requires engagement across a broad stratum from Government Departments of Health and manufacturers down to the user.
Source: Journal of Hospital Infection - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research