Appendix 7 has been updated with the following changes:

Rewording of 3rd bullet in left hand side box to now read.

"Disinfect specific items of non-invasive, reusable, communal care equipment if recommended by the manufacturer e.g. 70% isopropyl alcohol on stethoscopes".

This is changed from "Disinfectants may be used routinely to decontaminate specific items of non-invasive, reusable, communal care equipment if recommended by the manufacturer e.g 70% isopropyl alcohol on stethoscopes."

Replacement of 3rd bullet at the bottom of the middle and right hand side box with an asterisk that reads.

*If the item cannot withstand chlorine releasing agents consult the manufacturer's instructions for a suitable alternative to use following or combined with detergent cleaning.

This replaces the bullet that read " If the item cannot withstand chlorine releasing agents consult the manufacturer's instructions for a suitable alternative e.g 70% isopropyl alcohol.