464. The Efficacy of Alcohol Based Wipes, Gel, Foam, and Spray Compared With Liquid Soap in Eliminating Transient Hand Bacteria

Hand hygiene is a proven method of preventing the spread of pathogens and reducing healthcare-associated infections. Studies have shown that up to 50% of healthcare professionals’ (HCPs) hands were contaminated with the same pathogen as a patient with a confirmed multidrug-resistant organism, such as MRSA or VRE, after exiting the room. This suggests that these bacteria were obtained through contact with the environment and/or patient. The objective of this study was to compare the efficacy of alcohol based hand rubs and liquid soap at the removal of transient hand bacteria