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Find out about the process and costs to apply for Defra disinfectant approval.
Find out when you must use a Defra-approved disinfectant, which product to use, and in what concentration.
Check for listed disinfectants for aquaculture; or apply to have your product listed.
Form for a manufacturing company to apply for Defra approval of a disinfectant to be used in the event of an animal disease outbreak.
How to clean and disinfect after an animal disease outbreak and store and dispose of the washwater.
This document outlines guidance for cleaning and decontamination of non-healthcare settings.
This guidance provides information on Acute Respiratory Infections (ARIs) in higher-risk settings.
Public health advice for managing cases of non-HCID mpox in prisons and other prescribed places of detention.
There are different regulations which apply to devices and equipment including hand gels and PPE (personal protective equipment)
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