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Dave Shumaker
Microbiology Scientist, GOJO Industries
Dave Shumaker, B.S., is a Microbiology Scientist with GOJO Industries. He is responsible for hand hygiene research, evaluation of novel antimicrobial technologies as well as industrial and cosmetic microbiology. Dave received his Bachelor’s of Science degree in Microbiology at Ohio University.
Could an Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizer Be As Effective as Soap and Water in Reducing Bacteria on Farmworkers’ Hands?
1/19/2016
By Dave Shumaker
Microbiology Scientist, GOJO Industries
Today, we hear more and more about foodborne illness outbreaks that are associated with the produce we eat. In fact, from 1999 to 2008, contaminated produce was responsible for at least 23 percent of all foodborne illnesses reported in the United States. And while the contamination of the produce might occur during different points in the handling process, some of these outbreaks have been thought to be caused by infected farmworkers, and possibly, inadequate hand hygiene.
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Could an Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizer Be As Effective as Soap and Water in Reducing Bacteria on Farmworkers’ Hands?
1/19/2016
By Dave Shumaker
Microbiology Scientist, GOJO Industries
Today, we hear more and more about foodborne illness outbreaks that are associated with the produce we eat. In fact, from 1999 to 2008, contaminated produce was responsible for at least 23 percent of all foodborne illnesses reported in the United States. And while the contamination of the produce might occur during different points in the handling process, some of these outbreaks have been thought to be caused by infected farmworkers, and possibly, inadequate hand hygiene.
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A Focus on Food Safety
4/7/2015
By Dave Shumaker
Microbiology Scientist, GOJO Industries
Today is World Health Day, and the World Health Organization is asking one question, "How safe is your food?" Learn more about the important role hand hygiene plays in food safety.
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A Focus on Food Safety
4/7/2015
By Dave Shumaker
Microbiology Scientist, GOJO Industries
Today is World Health Day, and the World Health Organization is asking one question, "How safe is your food?" Learn more about the important role hand hygiene plays in food safety.
Read more »
How to Avoid the Risk of Air Travel Germs This Summer
7/8/2014
By Dave Shumaker
Microbiology Scientist, GOJO Industries
It’s that time of year again! The kids are out of school, so the family vacation can’t be far behind. If you plan on flying, take a few easy precautions to protect everyone’s health.
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How to Avoid the Risk of Air Travel Germs This Summer
7/8/2014
By Dave Shumaker
Microbiology Scientist, GOJO Industries
It’s that time of year again! The kids are out of school, so the family vacation can’t be far behind. If you plan on flying, take a few easy precautions to protect everyone’s health.
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How to Avoid the Risk of Air Travel Germs This Summer
7/8/2014
By Dave Shumaker
Microbiology Scientist, GOJO Industries
It’s that time of year again! The kids are out of school, so the family vacation can’t be far behind. If you plan on flying, take a few easy precautions to protect everyone’s health.
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The Food Safety Modernization Act Will Protect the Health of Americans
6/3/2014
By Dave Shumaker
Microbiology Scientist, GOJO Industries
In shifting the focus of regulation from responding to food contamination outbreaks to preventing them at the source, the FSMA Produce Safety Proposed Rule is a critical component of FSMA, the most advanced set of changes in food safety laws since the Great Depression.
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The Food Safety Modernization Act Will Protect the Health of Americans
6/3/2014
By Dave Shumaker
Microbiology Scientist, GOJO Industries
In shifting the focus of regulation from responding to food contamination outbreaks to preventing them at the source, the FSMA Produce Safety Proposed Rule is a critical component of FSMA, the most advanced set of changes in food safety laws since the Great Depression.
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Hand Hygiene Tips for Holiday Gatherings
12/23/2013
By Dave Shumaker
Microbiology Scientist, GOJO Industries
As you gather with friends, family and co-workers this holiday season, it’s important to do all you can to stay healthy so you can start 2014 off on a good note!
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