Table 3.
Total Airborne Viable Pathogen Load (cfu/m3) Control Versus Study Floor and Pre- Versus Postinstallation
| Control Floor—Pre | Control Floor—Post | Study Floor—Pre | Study Floor—Post | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RRA | 336 | 322 | 392 | 60** |
| RRW | 1 358 | 315* | 910 | 50** |
| CORR | 1 077 | 842 | 494*** | 60** |
| CA | 231 | 212 | 2 211*** | 30** |
| DA | 329 | 275 | 532 | 80** |
Notes: CA = community area; CORR = corridor; DA = dining area; RRA = resident room annex; RRW = resident room wing.
*Statistically significant at p < .01 comparing control floor pre versus post.
**Statistically significant at p < .01 comparing study floor pre versus post.
***Statistically significant at p < .01 comparing control versus study floor pre-metrics.