Cleaning and disinfection – often called C&D – is a process that removes and kills germs on equipment and surfaces. C&D, when done correctly, is a cost-effective way to protect animal and human health.
The resources on this page will help you:
- Understand C&D principles for animal settings
- Review different classes of disinfectants and their uses
- Develop an effective C&D program
Disinfection 101
An overview of C&D basics, including disinfection methods, factors affecting the process, and safety considerations.
Characteristics of Selected Disinfectants
A table summarizing various chemical classes of disinfectants – microorganism impact, mechanism of action, and factors affecting effectiveness.
Antimicrobial Spectrum of Disinfectants
A table summarizing microorganism susceptibility to select disinfectant classes.
Learn the key principles and basic actions for an effective C&D program.
Reviews the various types of bacteria based on their classification as gram negative or positive as this is important when selecting an effective disinfectant.
Summarizes virus families based on their genetic and cellular characteristics and lists the affiliated animal diseases and species affected by each virus. This handout aids in proper selection of an effective disinfectant on farms.
Learn how C&D certain items on the farm.
Learn how and why C&D on the farm can prevent diseases.
These forms, signs, and checklists can help you set up or train personnel on C&D procedures.
Forms
Signs
Learn about C&D measures needed during animal health emergencies.
Setting Up a Temporary C&D Station on a Livestock Premises
Vehicle C&D on livestock operations is critical for on-farm biosecurity during a foreign animal disease outbreak.
Handouts
Funded by Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS)
Produced by the Center for Food Security and Public Health and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach