A bacteriological survey of washrooms and toilets.
A survey of the bacterial flora present at various positions in 130 male and female washrooms and toilets is reported. Several bacteria of faecal origin were found in large numbers: the areas likely to be the most important sources of cross-infection from faecal contamination are indicated. The results are used to assess priorities for disinfection.
D001419:Bacteria / Q000302:isolation & purification*; D003141:Communicable Diseases / Q000635:transmission*; D004203:Disinfection; D005243:Feces / Q000382:microbiology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013045:Species Specificity; D014038:Toilet Facilities