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Medical institutions are constantly at risk of viral contamination, and regular and continuous implementation of sanitation treatments is of utmost importance in preserving the health of patients and staff.<\/em><\/h5>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\nDuring pandemics such as the\u00a0COVID-19<\/strong><\/a>, as well as in the past with diseases like typhoid, tuberculosis, and smallpox, more intensive and frequent hygiene activities are carried out.\r\n
Read more: What is sick building syndrome and is it present in your employees? >><\/strong><\/a><\/pre>\r\n
<\/span>How does the hygiene maintenance of hospitals and health centers differ from other commercial cleanings?<\/h2>\r\nWhen it comes to\u00a0maintaining the hygiene of healthcare facilities<\/strong>\u00a0(hospitals, health centers, clinics, laboratories, and\u00a0pharmacies<\/strong><\/a>), the emphasis is on the bacteriological safety of all surfaces. This includes horizontal surfaces (floors, stairs) and vertical surfaces (walls, doors, windows). Also, tactile surfaces (handrails, handles, switches, bathroom fixtures, furniture, and medical equipment).\r\n
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Only a completely sterile environment is considered good enough and safe for a hospital setting. Achieving this high standard is always the goal.<\/em><\/h5>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\nOn the other hand, in the\u00a0cleaning of offices<\/strong><\/a>, for example, where\u00a0carpets<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and upholstered\u00a0furniture<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0are typically present, absolute sterilization is not expected. Hospital-level hygiene is also not required in\u00a0factories<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0where industrial tools and machinery are used because they do not accommodate health-sensitive or infectious individuals. These are: patients in critical condition, those with specific diseases and compromised immunity, postoperative patients, and new mothers.\r\n
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<\/span>What elements and stages does medical cleaning encompass?<\/h3>\r\nThrough three primary sanitary care programs,\u00a0Invekta<\/strong><\/em><\/a>\u00a0company monitors medical institutions during their opening and throughout their operation:\r\n
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  1. cleaning after final craftsman works<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(construction, painting, electrical, etc.);<\/li>\r\n \t
  2. daily cleaning<\/strong><\/a>;<\/li>\r\n \t
  3. general cleaning<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n
    <\/span>Cleaning after final craftsman works<\/h4>\r\nBefore a\u00a0healthcare facility<\/strong>\u00a0officially starts operating and receiving patients, it is necessary to perform a final check of all rooms and devices. At the end of it all, right after the departure of the craftsmen, the removal of construction residues takes place. This includes sand, dust, paint stains, mortar and grout residues, fragments, cable wrappings, stray screws, boxes, papers, etc.\r\n\r\nInvekta\u2019s<\/em><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0experienced cleaners have been on the front lines for years, both in this initial phase and the subsequent ones.\r\n
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    <\/span>Daily hygienic maintenance of hospitals and healthcare facilities<\/h4>\r\nIn order for a clinic or a medical office to meet the highest hygiene and health safety standards, they must be cleaned every day, in properly distributed time intervals. In case of exceptional situations (bodily fluid spills, chemical spills, etc.), immediate action is taken, according to the given situation. Registered biocidal agents are used, mostly those that simultaneously clean and\u00a0disinfect<\/strong><\/a>.\r\n\r\nEquipped with top-quality industrial cleaning machines, detergents, and disinfectants,\u00a0Invekta\u2019s<\/strong><\/em><\/a>\u00a0hygienists act confidently, work systematically, and operate efficiently. By following the strictly defined steps, they quickly complete tasks and leave all rooms and surfaces as clean as possible:\r\n
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    1. empty trash bins and disinfect them;<\/li>\r\n \t
    2. sweep floors with soft brushes, removing dust and solid waste (food, packaging, paper, medical waste, etc.);<\/li>\r\n \t
    3. scrub and disinfect sinks, shower cabins, restrooms, and toilet bowls;<\/li>\r\n \t
    4. refill\u00a0tissue\/toilet paper dispensers<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and soap\/disinfectant dispensers.<\/li>\r\n \t
    5. wipe and disinfect armrests\/bed frames, bedside tables, infusion stands, outlets, switches, and staff call buttons;<\/li>\r\n \t
    6. mop and disinfect floors in operating rooms, examination rooms, hospital wards, dining areas, and restroom facilities;<\/li>\r\n \t
    7. clean glass surfaces<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(windows and partition panels);<\/li>\r\n \t
    8. remove dirt, allergens, and infectious agents from other (non)medical inventory (equipment, specialized\u00a0furniture<\/strong><\/a>, fixtures, and counters in waiting rooms);<\/li>\r\n \t
    9. deep clean\u00a0hospital mattresses<\/strong><\/a>;<\/li>\r\n \t
    10. wipe doors of all rooms (patient rooms, examination rooms, operating theaters, restrooms, dining areas), paying special attention to disinfecting handles;<\/li>\r\n \t
    11. machine wash<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0polish hard floors<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0in reception halls, waiting rooms, and corridors.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n
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      Only by respecting all the mentioned stages of the cleaning process and acting responsibly can infections be prevented. And, conditions for the best healthcare and protection of staff be ensured.<\/em><\/h5>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n
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      <\/span>General cleaning and disinfection for maximum hygiene<\/h4>\r\nFor general healthcare facilities, a large number of visitors are common every day, and depending on the specific purpose and capacity of the facility, there may also be hospitalized patients. Therefore, it is of utmost importance to establish a constructive cleaning plan on a\u00a0daily<\/strong><\/a>, weekly, monthly, and yearly basis. Only in this way can medical activities be carried out smoothly and effectively, according to the highest standards of healthcare.\r\n\r\nIn the previous section, the stages of\u00a0maintaining hygiene in healthcare facilities<\/strong>\u00a0were mentioned, most of which are carried out on a daily basis. However, points 7\u201311 are included in\u00a0general cleaning<\/strong><\/a>.\r\n\r\nIn addition to differentiating the sanitation process based on the type of surface, cleaning can also vary in terms of the type of chemicals used. Standard cleaning in areas that are not used for patient diagnosis and treatment is done using enzyme-based detergents only. Except in the case of a pandemic, disinfectants are not usually applied in these areas.\r\n\r\nOn the other hand, in clinics, hospital rooms, operating theaters, intensive care units, and rooms for invasive diagnostics and therapies (MRI, chemotherapy, hemodialysis, etc.),\u00a0disinfection<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0is mandatory.\r\n\r\nFor areas with a high level of infectious risk, disinfectants with the highest efficacy are used. Active oxygen at a concentration of 1.5% acts virucidal, bactericidal, and\u00a0fungicidal<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0within 15 minutes.\r\n\r\nDisinfectants in liquid or gel form, housed in special\u00a0dispensers<\/strong><\/a>, are always present at critical points: in hallways, hospital rooms, and procedure rooms.\r\n
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      Regular h<\/strong><\/em>ygienic maintenance of hospitals<\/strong><\/em><\/a>\u00a0in correlation with the sterilization of rooms, surfaces, and hands is the only way to prevent infections. And, keep health safety under control. That is what brings peace to patients and medical staff.<\/em><\/h5>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n
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      <\/span>Hygienic maintenance of hospitals \u2013 Final check for smooth functioning of the healthcare center<\/h2>\r\nAfter the planned cleaning procedures have been carried out, our qualified inspectors verify whether all tasks have been completed according to the prescribed standards. After their examination and approval, it can be considered that the healthcare rooms and surfaces are hygienically safe and suitable for use.\r\n\r\nIf you want to ensure perfect cleanliness in your hospital, health center, clinic, or laboratory, now is the right time to take concrete actions. 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