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Medical Facility Cleaning

MEDICAL FACILITY CLEANING

To combat the spread of infection, it is the role and responsibility of medical facilities to maintain proper cleaning and disinfection practices.

Even before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare spaces required the highest level of disinfection. Cleanliness is critical for both sanitary purposes and infection prevention and control and is something patients expect.

The importance of combating HAIs

According to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “Healthcare-associated infections (HAI) are a significant burden globally, with millions of patients affected each year.”

It’s estimated that 5% of all hospital admissions result in a healthcare-associated infection, accounting for approximately 722,000 infections, 75,000 deaths occur each year and an estimated $28–33 billion in excess costs.

HAIs happen when microorganisms like bacteria are transferred from the environment to a susceptible host in a variety of ways such as contaminated surfaces, equipment, or healthcare workers. While HAIs are severe, they can be avoided.

A medical wing in NY after hospital cleaning services

Why work with a professional cleaning company?

Maintaining proper cleaning and disinfection practices in a healthcare facility can be complex, which makes it necessary to partner with a commercial cleaning company. Professionals can focus on the multifaceted needs that must happen daily to maintain the highest level of cleanliness and disinfection.

Here at ABS, we have the experience and knowledge to ensure the health and safety of your patients, employees, and guests in healthcare settings including:

Hospitals

Clinics

Surgical centers

Group practices

Clinical laboratories

Dental facilities

Medical offices

Physician offices

Walk-in medical centers

Ambulatory care providers

Outpatient surgery facilities

Healthcare Centers

Operation / Operating rooms

Surgical Centers

Procedure Rooms

Terminal cleaning

How we protect the health and safety of your healthcare facility

We provide comprehensive services to meet the needs of your facility. Whether you need everyday cleaning services such as dusting or vacuuming, we are also experienced enough to oversee complex medical devices, specialty equipment, and surgery rooms.

From large hospitals to small medical offices, ABS has the experience to help your healthcare facility with the following:

Disposal of contaminants: We are properly trained in the disposal of contaminants, which is crucial to preventing the spread of infection

Use of hospital-grade disinfectants and cleaners: We know what hospital-grade disinfectants, protocols, and guidelines guarantee a sanitized and germ-free space within your medical facility

Understanding and prevention of cross-contamination: We have expertise in avoiding cross-contamination between medical equipment, products, and people

Training and education: Let us work with your staff to ensure there is communication and collaboration across all levels

Everyday maintenance: From top to bottom, we guarantee the highest level of cleanliness and disinfection in all areas of your medical facility

Cleaning a variety of spaces: Medical facilities can be complex, particularly when it comes to hospitals. In-depth experience is necessary when knowing how to handle such spaces

We use EPA-approved, hospital-grade disinfectants in addressing a 200-item checklist, which includes:

All areas of patient beds and rails

High-touch areas such as tabletops, countertops, phones, doors, TV remotes, switches, handles, drawers, etc.

Patient care equipment

Walls, ceilings, doors, and windows

Restrooms

Carpets

Non-medical spaces also require attention

Healthcare facilities can be complex because, in addition to the medical spaces and equipment, other areas necessitate a high level of focus. Maintaining a professional and meticulous appearance is not only important from a health standpoint, but it’s also responsible business practice.

Patients and guests expect cleanliness in all areas beyond the obvious locations in a medical facility. These must-have spaces include:

Cafeterias & kitchens

Lobbies & waiting rooms, including floors, furniture, windows, light fixtures, and tables, etc.

Elevators & buttons

Reception/information desk

Office equipment

Patient rooms

Bathrooms

ABS is here for all your healthcare facility cleaning needs

Cleanliness in medical facilities is not only good business practice, but could impact the safety, health, and well-being of your patients.

For over 50 years, ABS has partnered with medical spaces of all sizes and types. Our dedicated and trusted team can provide customized cleaning and disinfection services to meet your unique needs.

It is our commitment to ensure that your healthcare facility exceeds your expectations for cleanliness, aesthetics, and infection prevention/control so that you can focus on your patients.