Biohazard Clean Up
Unlike standard house or business cleaning, biohazard cleanup is a service that requires industry expertise, specialized equipment, and appropriate certifications - all things that the Waterloo Restoration team carries. Improper cleanup can raise health and safety risks, and cause further damage. This is why Waterloo Restoration thoroughly washes and disinfects all potentially harmful biohazards from affected areas to ensure our customers’ property is returned to a safe, livable condition.
WHY IS PROPER BIOHAZARD CLEANUP & DISINFECTION SO IMPORTANT?
In cases of a death or accident where blood is present, there is a risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens and biohazards ranging from viruses like Hepatitis to bacteria like MRSA. Our cleanup protocols follow OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogen Standards, which include practicing universal precautions and equipping our teams with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). We also provide our customers with PPE if they need to access affected areas. Our goal is minimize exposure risk for all parties involved.
Waterloo Restoration understands that the improper treatment of blood and bodily fluids can lead to further health and safety risks, including outbreaks, and structural damage to the property. When blood spills are simply spot cleaned and treated with a topical solution, the affected area has not been properly disinfected. At best, this cursory surface cleaning has merely suppressed the lingering bacteria; at worst, it may have missed entire sections where the blood or fluid have pooled underneath carpets or floors. This causes two issues: the likely return of unpleasant odors and the growth of additional bacterial colonies.
Waterloo Restoration takes a three-step approach to biohazard cleanup:
- We first identify and isolate all affected areas.
- Next, we clean and disinfect the area with EPA-registered products that are effective against a broad spectrum of bacteria and viruses, including MRSA, HIV, Hepatitis B & C, and Norovirus.
- Finally, we deodorize the area to eliminate any lingering odors.
This comprehensive approach ensures that our customers’ property is returned to a safe and livable condition.
If you need Austin TX commercial restoration services, contact Waterloo Restoration today at (704) 493-8591 to get started.