All public businesses should be kept clean and hygienic, especially medical facilities. Hospitals, doctors’ offices, and clinics are held to a high standard of cleanliness by their clients. Although you might be doing a great job with general maintenance, don’t overlook the following steps for thorough sanitation.
Closets and Storage Areas
Clean out your supply closets every month or two. Routine inspection and organization can help you eliminate expired products in a timely manner. You might also find evidence of insects or rodent infestations that can be quickly eliminated. Sometimes, these areas get messy due to frequent or rushed access. Take time to reorganize everything so that important items can be found when needed. Wipe down the shelves to remove dust while you’re at it.
Restrooms and Plumbing Systems
Make a careful inspection of your medical facility’s restrooms and washrooms every week. In addition to keeping these rooms clean and comfortable for patients and staff, check for signs of water damage, such as wet spots on the walls or the sight or smell of mold. Contact a commercial water damage restoration company to assess these areas if you suspect there has been a water leak from the outside of the building, such as the roof, or from interior plumbing breakage.
In addition to possibly causing someone to slip and fall, standing water is unsightly and can damage equipment and floors. It can also allow mold or mildew to grow. A water damage restoration company can efficiently fix the problem and clear away any debris.
Furniture and Walls
You probably already have the carpets and floors cleaned every six months if not more frequently. But it is also important to have the furniture professionally cleaned to remove germs as well as the lint from people’s clothes and any shed hair. The walls should also be dusted and wiped down regularly, as they also can collect dust and particles that patients may be allergic to.
Foyers and Parking Lots
Don’t forget to clean and sanitize the foyer, which is where patients often pause to take off their gloves or locate a particular office on a building map. Parking lots should be free of dead leaves and mud to prevent slip-and-fall accidents. All debris, including a neighbor’s trash, should be removed to keep visitors from tracking it into the medical building on their shoes.
Following a few extra cautionary steps like these can make your medical facility ultra clean and appealing to patients. Take a good look around to see what you can do to protect your patients’ health while in your building.
