Field Test Report

The following is a field test report delivered by Ms Leah Valle. This field test occured at the Edwin Andrews Airforce base Hospital as well as the Zamboanga City Medical Center in Zamboanga, Western Mindanao, Philippines at the end of August 2009. The ease of treatment and the high interest shown by the health care workers in this new methodology stand out.

Activity: Misting of Edwin Andrew Airbase Hospital and Zamboanga City Medical Center
Date: August 28 – 29, 2009

The misting was coupled with lab tests to prove the efficiency of the product as a disinfectant.  With the results supporting our talks, it was not hard for doctors to recommend to their superiors that it is indeed a need in their hospital especially with the spread of H1N1 virus.  During the misting of the area, cobwebs became more visible.  The sprayer mists hard to reach areas like the ceiling and very small corners and is capable of killing molds as well.

The Product: is available at ———– for one liter. Undiluted.  You dilute it with water, ratio is 1:19. one undiluted liter is actually  20 liters of solution making it very cost effective.

Edwin Andrew Airbase Hospital
through the cooperation of Col. Cynthia Gaerlan, Chief Hospital Administrator
Each room was disinfected with EnviroCair using the ultra volume mist sprayer.  Misting of each room with an estimated area of less than 50 sqm takes about 3-5 minutes only. Misted more than ten rooms including the H1N1 control room and took more or less half a day to complete.  They had one case of H1N1 and we included his room in the disinfection.  Currently the patient is now in better shape, has been released from quarantine and will soon be discharged.

Other areas included in the misting are Admin offices and clinics, surgical ward and operating room.

Zamboanga City Medical Center
through the cooperation of Ms. Emmy, head of the microbiology department.

Misting started at the Microbiology Department down to the Special Units, including treatment room, towards patient wards.
Other areas included were: HIV testing area, Tanya Ward (Cancer Ward), Pediatrics, Surgical Ward, Ward for Infectious Diseases, Blood Bank, Dialysis Center, Hispathology, Hematology, Clinical Microscopy, Treatment room, Nurse Stations of different Wards, Wards 6,7, & 8 , Medical ICU, Burn Unit, and selected doctor’s quarters and patient pathways.

Observed Advantages of the EnviroCair Sprayer:

1. It is cost efficient.  Cheaper than the commercially sold disinfectant by an estimation of 45%.
2. It is effective.  It was tested against Lysol, the most popular disinfectant.  Results proved that not only is Lysol more expensive but Lysol does not work nearly as well!  EnviroCair is capable of making an environment bacteria free.  In a controlled room, with a testing device, it was proven EnviroCair is capable of reaching 0 bacteria.
3. It is fast.  Usual note in both places. Admin states that thorough cleaning of  one room takes 2-3 days.  With EnviroCair, Usual cleaning coupled with misting results to a cleaner area with lesser time.  It is safe to go to area after 5 min compared to the usual 15-30min wait after spraying.
4. Odor Free.  No harsh odors that can harass nor irritate.

Observed Strategy of Distribution

It was observed that Biotech Philippines is first integrating into the medical field and is slowly trying to get doctors to recommend them.  With the premise that people and companies, in terms of health issues tend to believe if it is being endorsed by someone in the medical field.  The strategy is fast and clean with the use of these components: The tests and result, the misting activity, and the Medical Contact.  These three points establish the assurance of quality and efficiency every consumer needs.  If it is endorsed by someone in position of authority it will be easier for the product will be accepted.

Observation of Reactions and immediate result of the Misting Activity

1. It was observed that the activity was being looked forward to.  The hype that it created as they saw cobwebs falling down and areas of undisturbed dirt being sprayed out only strengthened the initial interest shown in the product.
2. The doctors are looking forward to using the product and found it inexpensive and cost efficient.
3. The patients and nurses felt more secure and clean after spraying.
4. There was a rise of requests to mist areas as the staff saw doctors supporting the spraying.
5. Positive reaction to the activity in general.