Blood and Body Fluids Spills and Substances Cleaning UK
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All biohazard cleans should be carried out by a specialist deep cleaning company. Blood, Body Fluids, Vomit, Urine, Faeces and other bodily fluids should be only cleaned by specialist cleaners specialising in industrial deep cleaning services as well as biohazard cleans. If there’s an unattended death, a suicide, an accident, an issue of domestic violence, trauma, crime scene, an injury, you will require the place to be disinfected, deep cleaned and in some cases decontaminated and sanitised. This applies on both homes and offices (residential and commercial properties) across England, Scotland and Wales.
The basic principles of blood and body fluid/substance spills management are:
- standard precautions apply, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE), as applicable
- spills should be cleared up before the area is cleaned (adding cleaning liquids to spills increases the size of the spill and should be avoided)
- generation of aerosols from spilled material should be avoided.
Using these basic principles, the management of spills should be flexible enough to cope with different types of spills, taking into account the following factors:
- the nature (type) of the spill (for example, sputum, vomit, faeces, urine, blood or laboratory culture)
- the pathogens most likely to be involved in these different types of spills – for example, stool samples may contain viruses, bacteria or protozoan pathogens, whereas sputum may contain Mycobacterium tuberculosis
- the size of the spill – for example, spot (few drops), small (<10 cm)=”” or=”” large=””>10cm)
- the type of surface – for example, carpet or impervious flooring
- the location involved – that is, whether the spill occurs in a contained area (such as a microbiology laboratory), or in a public or clinical area of a health service, in a public location or within a community premises
- whether there is any likelihood of bare skin contact with the soiled (contaminated) surface.
Cleaning spills – equipment
Standard cleaning equipment, including a mop, cleaning bucket and cleaning agents, should be readily available for spills management. It should also be stored in an area known to all. This is particularly important in clinical areas.
To help manage spills in areas where cleaning materials may not be readily available, a disposable ‘spills kit’ could be used, containing a large (10 L) reusable plastic container or bucket with fitted lid, containing the following items:
- appropriate leak-proof bags and containers for disposal of waste material
- a designated, sturdy scraper and pan for spills (similar to a ‘pooper scooper’)
- about five sachets of a granular formulation containing 10,000 ppm available chlorine or equivalent (each sachet should contain sufficient granules to cover a 10-cm diameter spill)
- disposable rubber gloves suitable for cleaning (vinyl gloves are not recommended for handling blood)
- eye protection (disposable or reusable)
- a plastic apron
- a respiratory protection device, for protection against inhalation of powder from the disinfectant granules or aerosols (which may be generated from high-risk spills during the cleaning process).
- destroyed by incineration
- immersed in sodium hydroxide or sodium hypochlorite for 1 hour, rinsed and placed in a pan of clean water, and sterilised on an 18-minute cycle.
Single-use items in the spills kit should be replaced after each use of the spills kit.
With all spills management protocols, it is essential that the affected area is left clean and dry.
Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda) spills kits should be available for areas at risk for higher-risk Creutzfeldt–Jakob disease (CJD) spills, such as in neurosurgery units, mortuaries and laboratories.
Cleaning spills – procedures
In clinical areas, blood and body fluid/substance spills should be dealt with as soon as possible. In operating rooms, or in circumstances where medical procedures are under way, spills should be attended to as soon as it is safe to do so.
Care should be taken to thoroughly clean and dry areas where there is any possibility of bare skin contact with the surface (for example, on an examination couch).
PPE should be used for all cleaning procedures, and disposed of or sent for cleaning after use. Hands should be washed and dried after cleaning.
Where a spill occurs on a carpet, shampoo as soon as possible. Do not use disinfectant. Steam cleaning may be used instead.
Wash hands thoroughly after cleaning is completed.
Cleaning spots or small spills
Spots or drops of blood or other small spills (up to 10 cm) can easily be managed by wiping the area immediately with paper towels, and then cleaning with warm water and detergent, followed by rinsing and drying the area. Dry the area, as wet areas attract contaminants.
A hospital-grade disinfectant can be used on the spill area after cleaning.
Cleaning large spills
Where large spills (more than 10 cm) have occurred in a ‘wet’ area, such as a bathroom or toilet area, the spill should be carefully washed off into the sewerage system using copious amounts of water and the area flushed with warm water and detergent.
Large blood spills that have occurred in ‘dry’ areas (such as clinical areas) should be contained and generation of aerosols should be avoided.
Granular formulations that produce high available chlorine concentrations can contain the spilled material and are useful for preventing aerosols. A scraper and pan should be used to remove the absorbed material. The area of the spill should then be cleaned with a mop, and bucket of warm water and detergent. The bucket and mop should be thoroughly cleaned after use and stored dry.
Sodium hypochlorite (bleach)
It is generally unnecessary to use sodium hypochlorite for managing spills, but it may be used in specific circumstances. It is recognised, however, that some healthcare workers and members of the public may feel more reassured that the risk of infection is reduced if sodium hypochlorite is used. Healthcare workers and members of the public should be aware that there is no evidence of benefit from an infection control perspective.
Hypochlorites are corrosive to metals and must be rinsed off after 10 minutes and the area dried.
Cleaning spills that contain Creutzfeldt–Jakob disease prions
If a spill of tissue that is definitely or potentially infected with CJD prions occurs (for example, brain tissue), the contaminated item should either be:
The items should then be cleaned following routine cleaning and sterilisation procedures.
Surface spills should be cleaned up using paper towels before the surface is wiped with either sodium hydroxide or sodium hypochlorite, left for 1 hour (if possible, or as long as possible, with the area cordoned off), the solution wiped off and the surface cleaned by following routine cleaning procedures.
Handling Decomposition Cleanup After An Unattended Death
Call BioHazard Cleaners for immediate help with unattended death cleanup.
Death is something that no one is prepared to face, especially when a loved one dies suddenly and alone. This type of death is known as an unattended death and often requires an experienced crew of dead body clean up technicians to remediate. A decomposition cleanup from a team of bioremediation specialists helps restore the home or dwelling to a sanitary and livable condition. Aftermath works to alleviate the burden and stigma associated with decomposition cleanup to ensure that the home is thoroughly and safely disinfected.
Cleaning Up After An Unattended Death
An unexpected loss is not something a family can prepare for emotionally, and it comes with some difficult realities in cleaning up the affected areas. It’s not safe to simply scrub floors or throw away items that have been affected — there’s more to it than just surface cleaning.
When a person dies, the natural process of decomposition begins immediately, and potentially harmful bacteria are released into the air and the surrounding areas. Bacteria are responsible for the odour of body decomposition. It is also important to note that:
- Any porous material, including wood, carpet, drywall, or concrete, will absorb body fluids and odor. As a result, it is recommended that you dispose of porous materials rather than clean or wash them. A bioremediation company can properly dispose of these items for you.
- Depending on the deceased individual’s health condition, there is also potential to come in contact with bloodborne pathogens.
- While decomposition is perfectly normal, traditional home cleaning solutions are not sufficient to safely clean, sanitize and disinfect areas affected by human decomposition.
- Even the smallest amount of biological material left untreated can make a residence unlivable.
Safe and Discreet Dead Body Clean Up
Aftermath is the nationwide industry leader in decomposition cleanup and biohazard remediation, working with families, businesses and communities every day. Aftermath is fully insured and bonded, has more than 35 regional and mobile offices offering 24/7/365 rapid emergency response, and uses a proprietary disinfection process to ensure health and proper disinfection. We also offer a Certificate of Treatment (COT), which guarantees that a remediated site is free of harmful bacterial substances.
Because dead body cleanup is such a sensitive subject both emotionally and physically, it is imperative that you leave it to professionals. Unnoticed or untreated biological materials following an unattended death and human decomposition present major health hazards to those around it and may negatively impact the value of the home, apartment, or building.
House Cleaning Service After Death – Respect, Compassion, Discreet
When an unattended death occurs in a residence, there may be a need to sell or rent the property later. A home that is not thoroughly disinfected can harbor potentially infectious material for years, putting current and future residents at risk. Not only does Aftermath perform decomposition cleanup, we integrate ATP testing (often used by hospitals) to ensure that all bacteria is removed from the death site, and the COT we provide stays with the home forever as proof and guarantee of disinfection.
When looking for a bioremediation or dead body clean up company, make sure there is a guarantee in place, like a COT, to protect yourself from potential liabilities. Additionally, some states require you to disclose to new renters or buyers if a murder or death has taken place in the residence. If you find yourself in that position, it is helpful to provide proof of proper remediation.
We are able to help 24/7 even on public and bank holidays!
If you’re facing an unattended death, remember that you aren’t alone. We want the decomposition cleanup to be as easy for you as possible. Call us at 07506 709450 or submit a request – our dispatch center will call you within 15 minutes for more details and assistance and help you with a specialist deep biohazard clean.
Most Common Methods of Suicide
There are some methods of taking one’s own life that is more commonly pursued than others. In the UK. The most common ways of committing suicide are:
- Gunshot
- Drug overdose
- Hanging
- Carbon monoxide inhalation
- Jumping
- Drowning
Males are more apt to shoot or hang themselves. Women are more inclined to overdose on medications or inhale carbon monoxide. Certain types of suicide those that are more physically traumatic can result in the need to address biohazardous materials in the immediate aftermath. In addition, a suicide that is not immediately discovered necessitates that same level of consideration in regard to biohazards.
Depending on the manner in which a suicide occurred, the scene of death can be gruesome. Moreover, if more than a couple of days passed since a person took his or her life, the scene of death can be horrific because of the decomposition.
Combined with the initial horror and shock associated with discovering the remains of a loved one who committed suicide is the brooding recognition that the scene of the death is going to need to be cleaned up. Odds are, if you find yourself in this situation, you will have had no prior experience to serve as a reference point.
Your initial impulse very well may be “how am I going to clean this up?” The reality is that you personally should not embark on cleaning up following the suicide of a loved one. There are three key reasons why you should turn to the professional assistance of a suicide cleanup specialist:
- Protect your emotional and psychological wellbeing
- Safety concerns
- Properly and thoroughly cleaning up or remediating the dangers associated with the aftermath of a suicide
unfortunately vomit, urine, blood, paint, creosote, water leak accidents, spillages and problems occur and often at the most inconvenient time. we offer a spillage service designed to remove hard to remove and awkward spillages.
our spillage removal service:
- satin, matt or gloss paint
- urine
- fence paint
- garden waste
- flooding
- blood
- vomit
- food or drink, such as curry, milk, coffee, tea
- has your pet had an accident?
- leave your sun roof open?
our specialist services also cover issues such as:
- matt black cars
- road paint
- limescale
- concrete
- have you had a windscreen replacement poorly fitted and it leaked?
- cigarette and other smoke contamination and damage
- dog hairs & smells
- mould caused by unused or leaking interiors
- wood creosote
- tree sap
- tree pollen
- green moss and fungus on exteriors around windows and convertibles
we of course come to you and as it is an emergency, we will get to you within 24 hours. all the products we need will be on board and we will endeavour to remove the issue. if you opt for our ‘specialist service’ this will also mean that should we not succeed the first time, we will return free of charge again to have one further attempt. conditions do apply. we will come to where ever you wish us to come, though if outside our normal coverage areas, we will make a small call out charge.
Human and animal faeces/urine are bio-hazardous waste, and sanitising a home or business that has been exposed to these materials requires expert help. Bio-One technicians follow professional safety norms, while utilising specialised equipment and training protocols. If not treated professionally, human and animal faeces/urine—and other body fluids like blood and vomit can cause diseases and spread viruses. They include: hepatitis A, E. coli, rotovirus, and norovirus.
Homes and businesses cannot afford to leave these infected areas unattended for too long, not with the serious risk of infectious disease. Bio-One will assess an area’s unique problem before tailoring a disinfection protocol plan.
A Specialist Urine Cleaning, Odour Removal and Sanitising Service
Are you looking for a specialist cleaning service to remove that awful smell, allergens and odour ?
We offer a specialist odour removal service and pet stain removal service. We offer a range of services to tackle a variety of common odours from cigarette smoke to urine and other unpleasant accidents. We are able to leave carpets and soft furnishings virtually odour free and sanitised
Odours and accidents can happen for a variety of reasons. From cigarette smell in your new home to a trip or a fall. Even our pets have accidents from time to time and whilst we try to clear up after them sometimes dried in urine can give off an awful smell which can be hard to find and fully treat
Why you need to remove Bird Guano droppings
Although bird droppings can seem fairly harmless, it is quite the opposite. Guano is highly acidic and in turn can cause corrosion of surfaces if left un-removed for medium to long periods of time. Not only that but bat guano in particular can be dangerous to humans and animals as it carries rabies and can cause diseases such as histoplasmosis which is a type of lung infection. Bird droppings also cause bad odours containing harmful bacteria which could spread throughout buildings through ventilation systems.
This is why it is crucial to ensure the safe and quick removal of bird droppings from your property. Our technicians will use the correct guano removal equipment as it could be dangerous if you attempt to remove bird droppings without the correct safe
Virus Containment Cleaning
– Cleaning to reduce and control the spread of illness
– State of the art filtration system removing bacteria and viruses
– Testimonials available upon request
– Detailed reports and decontamination certificates
Mould Removal Services
– Cleaning to reduce and control the spread of illness
– State of the art filtration system removing bacteria and viruses
– Testimonials available upon request
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Sodablasting
– Specialist crews nationwide
– 24 hour response
– Deep cleaning for both residential and commercial properties
– We use the latest anti-viral and anti-bacterial cleaning solutions
Flooded Basement Clean Up & Restoration
– Experienced flood cleaners
– Fast Response Cleaning
– Tackling all types of flood
– BDMA-certified staff
Commercial Gutter Cleaning
– Using the latest technology
– Experts in Commercial cleaning and passing standards
– Experience working with local authorities and private sectors
– Trained technicians and quick response
Chewing Gum Removal Service
– Using Advanced Steam Technology
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– Advanced Steam Technology
Brick Wall Cleaning
– Graffiti, dirt, mould removal
– Experience working with local authorities and private sectors
– Using The Latest DOFF Technology
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Bird (Guano) Dropping Cleaning & Removal
– Environmentally friendly
– Experience working with local authorities and private sectors
– Bird cleaning and prevention
– Removal of all waste
Crime Scene Cleaning
– Crime scenes, trauma and suicide scenes cleaned
– Experience working with local authorities and private sectors
– Trained technicians and quick response
– We use the latest antiviral and antibacterial chemicals to ensure scene is clean
Commercial Air Purification
– Experts in making your environment free from harmful bacteria
– We only use the latest air scrubbing equipment
– Recycle clean air, eliminating bacteria
– Comprehensive air purification packages available
Odour Removal
– We offer our malodours treatment services nationwide
– We offer many odour removal solutions
– Covering both commercial & residential properties
– Our expert staff are specialist in using the correct materials
Graffiti Removal
– Emergency 24 hour response services available
– We can remove graffiti from any surface
– Contracts offered in addition to one-off Graffiti removal
– Our services restore surfaces to their original condition
Sharps Removal
– Trained response teams specialising in disposal of sharps
– Residential & healthcare serviced
– Services meet all current UK and EU legislation
– Waste transfer notes supplied for your records
Bio Containment Cleaning
– Cleaning to reduce and control the spread of illness
– State of the art filtration system removing bacteria and viruses
– Testimonials available upon request
Specialist Cleaning Services
Our business is focused around our customers needs and we recognise the importance of employing and keeping motivated staff. To this end we are proud to pay our employees top rates within this market sector which exceeds the living wage let alone the minimum wage.
General
As an established, specialist cleaning contractor, licensed waste carrier and pest control company, we have gained significant knowledge and experience in solving your complete problem – Clearance, Decontamination, Disposal and the final clean up of Hazardous waste, gross filth and other unwanted contaminants associated with all types of bio-hazard situation:-
- Animal fouling, Avian & Human urine & faeces – removal & disposal
- Blood, Vomit & other Bodily fluid deep cleans
- Bat, Rat & Pigeon Guano – removal, disinfection & disposal
- Crime, Suicide & Trauma Scene cleaning
- Unattended Death – cleaning & decontamination
- Removal & Safe Disposal of Dead & Decaying Animals
- Void & Derelict Property – clearance & decontamination
- Compulsive Hoarding Syndrome (a symptom of OCD) – Clearance & disposal
- Mould and Damp property cleaning
Some other services
- Sharps and drug-related materials
- Human body fluids and excrement
- Infestations
- Animal remains and excrement
- Remains from unexpected death
- Void & Derelict Property – clearance and decontamination
- Compulsive Hoarding Syndrome (a symptom of OCD) – clearance & disposal
- Mould and Damp property cleaning
- Clean-up after fire or flood damage
- Clean-up and removal of bio-waste and medical cleans
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