1. Key Objectives

• Prevent the spread of infectious diseases, including viral, bacterial, and fungal pathogens

• Provide clear procedures for dealing with known or suspected contamination

• Ensure safe, compliant cleaning, disinfection, and waste disposal in all scenarios

• Protect our operatives through proper training, PPE, and equipment

2. Staff Training & Awareness

All operatives:

• Receive infection control training, including bloodborne pathogen awareness

• Are instructed on the proper use and disposal of PPE

• Are required to report illness symptoms before attending site

• Understand decontamination procedures for personal and professional safety

3. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Depending on the task, staff are equipped with:

• Disposable gloves (nitrile or latex)

• Face masks (surgical or FFP2/FFP3)

• Goggles or face shields

• Disposable coveralls or aprons

• Overshoes or disposable footwear

• Biohazard bags for safe waste transport

All PPE is single-use unless otherwise stated and disposed of immediately after use in appropriate containers.

4. Infection Control Procedures

When dealing with known or suspected contamination:

• A full risk assessment is conducted prior to entry

• All areas are sectioned off as needed and clearly marked

• Touchpoints are cleaned and disinfected using approved virucidal/bactericidal agents

• Cleaning follows the principle of “clean to dirty” zones, top to bottom

• Any biohazardous material is bagged in yellow sacks, double-bagged if needed

• A fogging machine or ULV sprayer may be used where appropriate (with client consent)

5. Approved Disinfectants

We use only COSHH-assessed products rated for:

• EN 14476: Virucidal activity

• EN 1276: Bactericidal activity

• EN 1650: Fungicidal activity

Products are applied as per manufacturer guidance, with contact dwell times strictly observed.

6. Biohazard Scenarios We Cover

Our team is trained and equipped to respond to:

• Blood and bodily fluids

• Needlestick or sharps incidents

• Hoarding or pest-infested environments

• Crime scene or trauma clean-ups

• Infectious disease outbreaks (e.g. COVID-19, norovirus, MRSA)

7. Waste Handling & Disposal

• Biohazard waste is stored in sealed, marked containers

• Disposal is arranged through licensed hazardous waste carriers

• Paper trail and waste transfer notes are maintained as required by law

8. Fogging & ULV Treatment Protocol

• Carried out only by trained personnel

• All surfaces pre-cleaned of visible debris beforehand

• Area remains sealed for required dwell time post-fog

• Clients receive a treatment certificate and safety data sheet (SDS)

9. Post-Clean Decontamination

• Staff remove PPE safely and wash thoroughly

• All reusable equipment is disinfected or quarantined as appropriate

• Vehicles used are wiped down and ventilated between jobs

🔹 Housekeeping 247 Ltd ensures all infection control work is done sensitively, discreetly, and in line with the most current public health guidelines and regulatory standards.