Category Archives: Chlorine Dioxide

A study published by legionella.org has demonstrated improved efficacy in eradicating the risk of legionnaire’s disease in water systems through the application of chlorine dioxide. Legionnella is a common organism that grows in sludges and slimes and is linked to legionnaire’s disease and Pontiac Fever. The Australian Government website health.gov.au states that rainwater tanks are […]

Chlorine Dioxide – What is It? Chlorine Dioxide is in no way to be confused with Chlorine (CI). Chlorine Dioxide is a chemical compound with the formula CIO² and is most commonly used for the treatment of water to ensure safety for consumption, sterilisation of medical equipment as well as surfaces, rooms and tools. Chlorine […]

What is E. coli? Escherichia coli, or E. coli, is a type of bacteria that can be found in our intestines as part of our gut flora. These harmless bacteria are important for our digestive system by providing a first line of defence against harmful organisms than can cause food poisoning and diseases. However, some […]

The Earth’s population has more than quadrupled in the last 150 years, which has led to dramatic changes in the livestock industry because farmers had to increase the density of animals in order to meet demand. As a result of the increased proximity of animals to one another, disease became a huge problem. Subsequently, antibiotics […]

To the lay-person, a commercial kitchen is just a floor and some equipment that needs a good clean regularly. They don’t understand the dangers of bacterial contamination and how easy it is for food to be affected. Most commercial kitchens will use bleach, or a similar sanitiser, to keep their space safe. Today, we will […]