ASTM E 2966 : 2014 : R2019
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1.1This test method is designed to evaluate quantitatively the antibacterial and antifungal activity of solutions for sanitizing carpets.
1.2Efficacy is reported as the log reduction in viable bacteria and fungi.
1.3The bacteria used in the test are Staphylococcus aureus, Enterobacter aerogenes, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The mold used is Aspergillus brasiliensis.
1.4Knowledge of microbiological techniques is required for this test method.
1.5Units—The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.
1.6This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.7This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
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