Anti-bacterial products have received extensive media attention however their perceived benefits have not necessarily been proven; equally there has been a suggestion that there maybe a potential risk that the bacteria could develop a resistance to such coatings. Armitage Venesta believes that the most important factors in the prevention of healthcare-associated infection are a planned cleaning regime and hand hygiene. Antibacterial products will not be included in our Healthcare offer until approved by the Department of Health.

To meet the stringent regulations relating to the plumbing within hospitals Armitage Venesta ensures that the following measures apply to all their pre-plumbed units:

• All products used are WRAS listed or self certified as compliant.
• TMV3 approved thermostatic mixer valves are used as an integral part of the fitting or as a separate component.
• All pre-plumbing is flushed with fresh drinking water before delivery.
• All units are tested for leakage at approximately 2-3bar.
• Basins with deck mounted taps are supplied with lockshield type, DZR drain valves.
• Flexible connection hoses are WRAS approved.
• Brass fittings are DZR grade.