CROSS CONTAMINATION
The spread of contaminants from an affected area or person to an unaffected area or person.
The spread of contaminants from an affected area or person to an unaffected area or person.
A condition that develops when wood flooring materials are sanded and refinished before they are fully dried. As drying progresses, the edges of wood planks continue to shrink, dropping them below the centre of the plank.
A highly infectious parasitic micro organism, often found in sewage that can cause chronic and severe intestinal disease in both adults and children.
A cast or moulded material composed of ground marble and colorants in a resin binder, often used for sinks and counters.
To warp across the grain.
A condition that develops on wood plank flooring materials when the joints between planks absorb moisture and swell, causing expansion and raising of the edges of each plank.
(also underlay) – Any material placed under carpet to increase insulation, sound absorption, wear life (resiliency) and aesthetics (soft feel) when walked upon.
A treatment of concrete or masonry to retard the absorption or transmission of water.
Breakdown of material or substance (by heat, chemical reaction, electrolysis, decay or other processes) into parts, or elements or simpler compounds.
An enclosed area adjacent to and connected to a regulated work area. It consists of various rooms, which are used for the decontamination of workers, equipment and materials.