Custodians first use a cleaner to remove particulates from the surface. After that, disinfectants can be used to kill the microorganisms that are left behind…. Sanitizers reduce bacteria on a surface by at least 99.9 percent … while disinfectants kill a wider range of pathogens--bacteria, mold, mildew, and viruses--with 99.999 percent efficacy.

How To Properly Use Cleaners, Disinfectants And Sanitizers Feb 16, 2022

It is important to understand and follow the label directions for the products being used.