Environmental Services June 2015 - Posts About Healthcare Facilities Management
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6/30/2015
Tips for sustainable environmental services
Environmentally sound practices can also save money
6/29/2015
Testing infection prevention effectiveness
Confirming the disinfection of high-touch surfaces is important in healthcare facilities
6/26/2015
Proper washing, storage keeps most healthcare textiles safe
Laundering procedures shown to be effective at preventing the spread of infection
6/25/2015
Nursing home bedbugs a growing problem
Hospitals doing a better job than nursing homes dealing with pests
6/25/2015
Antimicrobial textile manufacturers address pandemic issues
Infection Control Today interviews manufacturers of personal protective equipment (PPE) and antimicrobial textiles on pandemic preparedness
6/25/2015
Healthcare laundry best practices reviewed
Laundry recommendations include adherence to standard precautions (gown and gloves) and minimal textile agitation when handling contaminated laundry in isolation rooms
6/18/2015
Housekeeping is a partner in infection control
Reducing the spread of germs and diseases is the responsibility of all employees
6/15/2015
Disinfecting while preventing harmful exposure
Study reports a growing a demand for disinfecting strategies and increasing evidence that exposure to cleaners can result be harmful
6/15/2015
Does washing uniforms at home effect infection control?
A recent UK study (1) found that 44% of nursing staff washed their uniforms below the recommended temperature of 60˚C
6/10/2015
Establishing healthcare disinfection programs
One tactic for improving the cleanliness of surfaces, is to use the right disinfectants