I-131 MCA Patient Room Decon

[<MCAMPBELL@healthsafe.uab.edu>]

Our patient load has increased to the point to where we are seeking ways 
to radiologically release our treatment rooms faster after the patient 
has been released. We are primarily having problems with the toilet and 
sink traps. We advise the patient to flush the toilet 3 times after use 
and to rinse the sink for 30-45 seconds after use.We currently allow 
Chlorox to remain in the bowl overnight. Is there any other methods we 
might try or is anyone out there using any chemical means to expedite 
cleanup. We currently allow Chlorox to remain in the bowl overnight.
Mark E. Campbell
Health Physicist Supervisor
Radiation Safety Division
University of Alabama at Birmingham
445 Community Health Services Building
933 South 19th Street
Birmingham, AL. 35294-2041
(205) 934-9345 - FAX (205) 934-7487