All school sanitisers being reviewed, as HSE confirms one million ViraPro units distributed

Viapro was recalled after it emerged that the hand sanitiser contained methanol instead of ethanol, which may cause dermatitis, irritation, and headaches through prolonged use. Picture: Liam McBurney/ PA

The Department of Education has confirmed that all hand sanitisers and biocidal products in schools are being reviewed, while the HSE has confirmed that one million units of the recalled ViraPro hand sanitiser were distributed across the health service.

As questions remain over the handling of the ViraPro hand sanitiser recall during the week, the Department of Education has confirmed that all biocidal sanitisation products available to schools through the procurement process are being reviewed in association with the Department of Agriculture.