Can commercial companies reproduce or reprint WHO Hand Hygiene materials to use and distribute to support training and educational activities?
Commercial companies are not permitted to use the WHO logo. Reprinting of materials for commercial purposes is not permitted. However, any company may quote WHO in its materials, as long as the company does not imply that WHO endorses the company or its products. The World Alliance for Patient Safety recognizes the important role that the commercial sector plays in providing the products for safe clinical treatment and care. For this reason, we will be working during 2008 and beyond to explore best methods of working in partnership with colleagues in commercially relevant sectors.
