Sources of contamination

Sources of contamination

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Sources of contamination

What are the sources of contamination?


The primary sources of contamination are:

  • People - exposed skin (pyrogenic, with pathogens on surface) / hair; clothes
  • Materials - silicone, water, chemicals, ink, (non cleanroom) paper
  • Processes - moulding, extruding, packing, cutting, filing
  • Environment
  • Equipment - presses, ovens

The secondary sources are:

  • Gloves
  • Tools
  • Work Surfaces
  • Floor
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