As of the recent past, UV black lights were really only available
in the fluorescent bar design. Many infection preventionists likely
still have their bar lights tucked away in their kits; not knowing
whether the bar will light up or not. UV black lights can be that
unreliable sometimes. Many of the previous bar lights also sit stored away since replacement bulbs could not be found or were too expensive to justify. LED has revolutionized the lighting industry, but has it successfully provided a functional alternative to the black light bar models? OUTFOX says yes. The following is a comparison of the two black light designs and how you can use either and both during fluorescent infection control trainings UV Black Light Bars
UV Black Light LED Flashlights
Bar lights were especially useful with Disclosure Centers (Disclosure Centers are black boxes that allow infection control instructors to teach hand washing and germ simulation in a bright classroom since the light is shaded). In addition, fluorescent bar black lights in Disclosure Centers were also preferred because the instructor could teach and demonstrate hands-free since the light was mounted in the black box. However, an alternative LED UV Light that snaps on to Disclosure Centers now can be used. This has been an attractive solution to many infection control teachers; for, we have seen an increase of the SpotShooter sales. OUTFOX Prevention's RecommendationIdeally, an infection preventionist or other individual in charge of fluorescent simulations should have both types of lights. There are many situations where both types of UV black lights serve a purpose, but there is a clear choice for us. We believe that because of LED's durability that it should be the UV black light of choice. In addition, the added ability of LED to highlight the fluorescent simulation germs in daylight or a lighted room has many instructors smiling.Need ideas for fluorescent trainings and germ simulations?The following are the top 20 ways to use Glo Germ or Glitterbug with your UV black light (or see full article link for Top 20 Glo Germ User Ideas here):Top 20 Glo Germ User Ideas
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