MOE has posted recommendations for the prevention of coronavirus

the Specialists of EMERCOM of Russia, that is, with facts in hand explained why I do not recommend using vodka as an antiseptic for the hands and for the preparation of disinfectant.

– For preparation of disinfectant should not replace the alcohol with vodka, because it contains an insufficient volume of alcohol for the preparation of antiseptic, – stated in the recommendations of the all-Russian research Institute on problems of civil defense and emergency situations of EMERCOM of Russia.

Photo: iStock the who recommends the retention of motor activity during the quarantine

in addition, the MOE is also not advised to be used for disinfecting alcohol in its pure form, as it leads to skin dryness, irritation, itching, the appearance of microcracks on the skin, which can penetrate the virus.

“hand Disinfection solutions with a concentration less than 60% ethanol or 70% isopropyl alcohol useless.” according to the Institute.

For the preparation of antiseptic in the home scientists of the MOE suggest to add to the bottle of alcohol hydrogen peroxide and glycerine, distilled or cooled boiled water and quickly close the container. After this it is necessary to stir the resulting solution and to withstand 72 hours, as this will allow you to destroy harmful microorganisms that could be present in the container.

Another recommendation appeared on the official website EMERCOM of Russia. By the way, there was a whole section devoted to coronavirus and control.

Photo: From personal archive of Alice Verinoj How to wear and dispose of masks

After returning home, the first thing you need tihateline to wash your shoes and change clothes. After this it is necessary to dispose of used personal protective equipment (mask and gloves), putting them in a separate plastic bag. Wash your hands with soap under warm water for at least 20 seconds, and also rinse the nose and throat, to wash the face and eyes, – is told in this section

the MOE also recalled that on March 19 in 85 regions was introduced mode of increased readiness because of the threat of the spread of coronavirus. Authorities under this regime shall be entitled to suspend the activities of organizations may limit the access of people and vehicles on the territory where there is a threat of an emergency. In addition, they can determine how to use transportation, communications and alerting, and other property belonging both to government and organizations. Authorities need to predict the development of the emergency and its magnitude, to inform the public.

the Citizens with the introduction of high alert mode are required to learn the basic ways of protection and methods of first aid, rules for use of collective and individual means of protection, to comply with security measures at home and work, as well as to prevent violations of industrial and technological discipline, reported in the EMERCOM.