ABSTRACT
The Healthcare Personnel Handwash Test (HCPHWT) was originally proposed to evaluate products specifically intended for use in healthcare settings [1] and has become the standard evaluation tool for consumer antimicrobial products. Consumers have many distinct and unique habits and practices that differ from those found in the healthcare setting. The purpose of this chapter is to discuss variables that can affect the performance of the test and its utility for evaluating handwashing products used by consumers.
