Decontamination Solution Calculator

Calculate decon mix ratios, quantities, and contact times for various contaminant types.

Decon Solution Type

Solution Volume (gallons)

Contaminant Type

Target Concentration (%)

Tab to move between fields

Agent Needed (fl oz)

12.8

Contact Time (min)

Agent Needed (lbs)0.8

Water Needed (gallons)9.9

Rinse Cycles1

Total Solution w/ Rinses (gal)20

Estimated Agent Cost$1.28

Agent NameUnknown

How to Use This Calculator

Select the Decon Solution Type (1=Soap/Water through 5=Specialized) based on the contaminant identified in your site assessment.
Enter the Solution Volume (gallons) needed for all decon stations and the Target Concentration (%) of active agent.
Choose the Contaminant Type (1=Organic, 2=Inorganic, 3=Biological, 4=Radiological) to determine contact time and rinse cycles.
Review Agent Needed (fl oz) and Water Needed (gallons) to prepare the correct proportions for each decon station.
Check Contact Time (min) and Rinse Cycles to ensure personnel remain in the decon corridor long enough for effective decontamination.
Use Total Solution w/ Rinses (gal) and Estimated Agent Cost to stock and budget decon supplies before the operation.

How the result changes with Solution Volume (gallons)

Decon Solution Type: 1=Soap & Water, 2=Bleach, 3=Baking Soda, 4=TSP, 5=Specialized.
Solution Volume (gallons): Total gallons of decon solution needed.
Contaminant Type: 1=Organic, 2=Inorganic, 3=Biological, 4=Radiological.
Target Concentration (%): Desired concentration percentage of active agent.

Identify Input Parameters
4 parameters
Decon Solution Type = 2, Solution Volume (gallons) = 10, Contaminant Type = 1, Target Concentration (%) = 1 = 4 input(s) provided
Calculate Agent Needed
Agent Needed
12.8 = 12.8
Calculate Contact Time
10 = 10
Calculate Agent Needed
Agent Needed
0.8 = 0.8
Calculate Water Needed
Water Needed
9.9 = 9.9