{"product_id":"uv-hand-germ-hygiene-training-lotion-blue-or-green","title":"UV Hand \u0026 Germ Hygiene Training Lotion - Blue or Green","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUV GERM Hand Hygiene Training Lotion is a practical visual training aid designed to demonstrate effective hand washing and show exactly where cleaning technique can be improved.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lotion contains microscopic fluorescent particles that are effectively invisible during normal use but become clearly visible when viewed under a suitable UV light. This allows trainers and learners to identify areas of the hands that have not been cleaned effectively, turning hand hygiene training into an interactive and memorable exercise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a hand washing exercise, the lotion is applied to the hands before washing. The learner then washes their hands as they normally would before placing them beneath a UV lamp or hand hygiene inspection unit. Any fluorescent lotion remaining on the skin becomes visible under UV light, highlighting areas that may have been missed or inadequately washed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis immediate visual feedback can help demonstrate common problem areas and encourage improvements in hand washing technique. Rather than simply explaining good hand hygiene, trainers can allow participants to see the effectiveness of their own technique for themselves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lotion is available with either \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblue or green UV fluorescence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Both versions perform the same training function, allowing organisations to choose the fluorescent colour that best suits their equipment, training programme or preference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUV GERM can also be used on most non-porous surfaces for hygiene and cross-contamination demonstrations. This provides additional opportunities for trainers to demonstrate how contamination can be transferred between hands, surfaces and frequently touched objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufactured in Britain, the lotion is described by the manufacturer as non-toxic, hypoallergenic, fragrance-free and gluten-free, with no parabens, PEGs, phthalates or sulfates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUV fluorescent hand hygiene training lotion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMakes hand washing technique visible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighlights areas missed during hand washing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFluorescent particles glow brightly under UV light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for interactive hand hygiene demonstrations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan support cross-contamination training\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for use on most non-porous surfaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoice of blue or green UV fluorescence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable in 50ml and 250ml bottles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBritish made\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNon-toxic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHypoallergenic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFragrance-free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGluten-free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo parabens, PEGs, phthalates or sulfates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for healthcare, education and workplace hygiene training\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Does UV Hand Hygiene Training Work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply the UV training lotion thoroughly to the hands, ensuring it is distributed across the areas being assessed. The participant then washes their hands using their normal hand washing technique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter washing, place the hands beneath a suitable UV light. Remaining fluorescent traces become visible, allowing the participant and trainer to identify areas that have not been washed thoroughly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exercise provides immediate visual feedback and can then be repeated after discussing improved hand washing technique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue or Green UV Fluorescence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUV GERM is available with either blue or green fluorescence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe training principle is the same whichever option is selected: the fluorescent material becomes visible under suitable UV illumination and allows remaining traces to be identified after the hand washing exercise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis also provides organisations with a choice when purchasing lotion for existing UV training equipment or developing different training exercises.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Than Hand Washing Training\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUV GERM can also be used on most non-porous surfaces, allowing trainers to create demonstrations showing how contamination can spread through contact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor example, fluorescent material can be incorporated into an exercise involving hands and commonly touched objects. 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