Factors influencing field testing of alcohol-based hand rubs.

Background: According to the World Health Organization guidelines, field tests, in the context of a bid for the supply of alcohol-based hand rubs, should take into account climatic region, test period, products already in use, and type of use (hygienic or surgical) when assessing tolerance. This laborious method is often contested.

Objective: To conduct a post hoc analysis of the data of a large bid, including 5 factors, to validate the relevance of their inclusion.