Wear personal protective equipment, including disposable gloves, masks, goggles, etc., to avoid possible contact infections during the cleaning process.
According to the size of the cleaning area and the degree of contamination, prepare an adequate number of components of the cleaning kit, such as cleaning wipes, spray bottles, cleaning cloths, etc.
Surface Cleaning
For hard surfaces such as laboratory countertops, the surfaces of equipment and instruments, tables and chairs, first wipe with cleaning wipes or a cleaning cloth dipped in the cleaning solution to ensure that all areas likely to be contaminated by nucleic acid aerosols are covered. When wiping, pay attention to gentle movements to avoid generating new aerosols.
For some areas with gaps or grooves, cotton swabs dipped in the cleaning solution can be used for careful cleaning.
Air Purification
If the cleaning kit is equipped with an air purification spray, with the doors and windows closed, spray the spray evenly into the air and operate according to a certain spray volume and action time to effectively remove the nucleic acid aerosols in the air.
A supporting small air purifier can also be turned on and let it run for a period of time to further purify the air.
Floor Cleaning
Soak a mop with the cleaning solution and mop the floor. For areas with severe contamination, the amount of cleaning solution can be appropriately increased or mop repeatedly.
After mopping, if necessary, use a mop dipped in clean water for a second cleaning to remove the residual cleaning solution.
Post-cleaning Treatment
Disposable items such as used cleaning wipes and cotton swabs should be put into a special medical waste garbage bag, sealed well, and disposed of according to the regulations for medical waste disposal.
Reusable cleaning cloths, mops, etc. should be washed, disinfected, and dried for future use.
Precautions
Product Storage
The cleaning kit should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, away from direct sunlight and high-temperature environments to prevent the cleaning solution from deteriorating or the cleaning supplies from being damaged.
Pay attention to checking the shelf life of the product and use it within the shelf life. Dispose of expired products in a timely manner and do not use them.
Usage Safety
The cleaning solution may be irritating to some extent. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes during use. In case of accidental contact, immediately rinse with plenty of clean water and seek medical attention in a timely manner.
When using spray products, keep away from open flames and flammable substances to avoid dangers such as fire or explosion.
Cleaning Sequence
Follow the cleaning sequence from the upwind direction to the downwind direction of the cleaning area and from the relatively clean area to the area with more severe contamination to prevent the spread of pollutants.
Action Time
Different cleaning products may have different requirements for the action time. For example, the cleaning solution needs to be kept for a certain period of time after wiping to achieve the best cleaning effect. Operate strictly according to the requirements in the product instruction manual and do not wipe off the cleaning solution prematurely or proceed to the next step of the operation.
Effect Evaluation
After the cleaning is completed, nucleic acid detection reagents and other methods can be used to conduct spot checks on the cleaned area to evaluate the cleaning effect. If nucleic acid contamination is still found, re-clean the area.
Training and Guidance
For personnel using the nucleic acid aerosol cleaning kit for the first time, relevant training and guidance should be provided to ensure that they master the correct usage methods and precautions to ensure the cleaning effect and usage safety.