The Horror of suicide clean-up

A person might commit suicide for various reasons, but that does not deter from the fact that suicide clean-up are the most difficult kind to undertake. No one should go through the traumatic event of having a suicide clean-up of their loved one.

Up to early 2000, it was the responsibility of the property owner or families to take up the cleaning task after evidence collection. When a person dies, their body rots and releases body fluids. These body fluids are dangerous and lead to health issues such as respiratory problems, hepatitis B, hepatitis C and even HIV.

Bio Cleanse is a company that works with the most advanced apparatus and techniques to keep everyone safe from potential infections or blood borne illness. Our team of professionals are trained and licensed to thoroughly clean the scene and leave it completely disinfected and free of future problems.

We cater to your needs by providing 24 hours emergency service to clean, remediate and restore the property after a tragic event. Give us a call at 042 741 1789 or visit our website: http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/services/suicide-clean-up/ to know more.

3 Reasons Why Mould Remediation is necessary

Mould is a kind of fungi that grows anywhere and everywhere in the presence of moisture. Remediation is nothing but a process of correcting/ improving a bad thing. Mould Remediation can be collectively summed up as removing mould colonies from places in order to make the place favourable and safe for humans.

Here are a few reasons why Mould remediation is necessary.

• Mould colonies, when formed are harmful to human health. Cases have been reported where people living in places affected by the moulds, have been diagnosed with asthma, skin related problems, respiratory issues like throat irritation, cough, and much more. Mould colonies also precipitate and aggravate these diseases.

• Mould colonies do not take a long time to spread. A mould colony and some moisture are more than enough to infest the entire place, furniture or clothes. Also, remediating a large area will increase remediation costs.

• Mould colonies are definitely not a good sight for your eyes. It looks shabby. Imagine a situation when you are being visited by friends and the first thing they see upon entering your place is a wall covered with mould! Ouch!

Are you searching for Professional Mould Remediation Services? You are at the right place. Contact us now on 042 741 1789 or send us an email at norrisbryan@hotmail.com. We know all about mould remediation.

Aftermath of death

What would happen if someone died in during a robbery? What would happen to that person’s body? Who cleans up the mess of gushing blood?

Forensic investigators appear, but they do not do the cleaning, nor do the police. The job is usually done by trained crime scene cleaners. They are needed to get the job done in the right way and in the right manner. The cleaners inspect the scene and make note of what need to be done.

The bio-hazardous material can be any one of blood, bodily excretions, human tissue, etc. These materials can also be harmful to the health and welfare of the occupants of the place. Many health related issues that arise are:

• HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C.

• Increase the risk of cancer and cardiovascular diseases.

• Toxins that affect the nervous system and skin.

This type of cleaning requires specific speciality cleanings to avoid complications and residual contamination that could be harmful to you or anyone coming into contact with the Bio-hazardous material, which is best left to the experts at Bio Cleanse Pty Ltd.

Our trained professionals clean and restore your property to perfection even after a crime scene investigation. To consult, visit our website http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/services/crime-scene-cleaning/ to know more about us

Insight into Dry Ice blasting

Cleanliness is next to Godliness, but maintaining cleanliness in any industry can be difficult to manage since maintenance of equipment is important to avoid accidents from happening. Dry ice blasting is one such process that helps you to remove various materials like ink, dirt, oil, paint, etc. The removed material must be dealt with in a right and systematic manner.

Dry ice blasting is also referred to as CO₂ blasting. It is done by shooting small rice size pellets of dry ice out of a jet nozzle with compressed air, against the material to be removed, causing it to shrink and fade away from the surface.

It’s generally preferred procedure when it comes to industrial clean-up, as there are multiple benefits by using dry ice blasting in the industry equipment clean up. Some of the benefits are as follows:

Consumes less time – as mentioned, dry ice blasting is no layman task but done by professionals, it is time efficient when it comes to downtime cleaning and labor intensity.

No secondary waste – while cleaning, no secondary waste gets released, which may be toxic to human health. In comparison to traditional procedures, dry ice blasting is a cleaner and safer way as a cleaning solution.

Reduced cost – dry ice blasting is a process that reduces labor, waste disposal and equipment clean-up cost, which ultimately results in eliminating all the negative elements associated with it.

Bio Cleanse Pty. Ltd is a company that offers quality cleaning services along with its trained technicians to clean and restore the damage to its proper state. Contact us now or visit http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/services/dry-ice-blasting/ for more information.

Reasons to remember why urine and faeces clean-up is important

Urine and faeces of animals can be a nuisance to clean. It is a very unpleasant and tedious task to do. Mostly the problem with urine and faeces arises from inappropriate handling of animal waste.

Here are three reasons as to why it is important to clean urine and faeces: 

Disease control
Urine and faeces are biohazard wastes that carry diseases like Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV. Accidental ingestion of animal waste can result in vomiting, diarrhoea, etc. Other health risks can be hookworms, roundworms and tapeworms that are also associated with urine and faeces of animals.

Fly control
A well-known fact is that flies will consume and lay their eggs in faeces. The very same fly then enters a house and spread diseases in food and on other surfaces. 

Odour control
The urine and faeces of animals contains compound that can be harmful to human beings in very high concentration. Bad odour upsets a person and also leads to respiratory diseases such as asthma, etc.

Always keep in mind that prevention is better than cure! So take necessary precautions by calling Bio Cleanse Pty Ltd. Our professional cleaning services for urine and faeces sites are done in a systematic manner. Call us on 042 741 1789 or visit http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/ to provide you the best we got to offer.

Crime & Clean–up

Most of us have seen TV series like “CSI”, “NCIS” and know that it is difficult to face or to go through all the emotions while dealing with the death of a loved one. But have you ever questioned what happens after the investigators collect evidence and leave, What happens then?

Ultimately the job falls in the hands of professionals known as Crime Scene Cleaners and this job is not made for the faint hearted. The horrible truth after death is what happens to the body which decomposes, blood and flesh melts due to bacteria. Even live animals hesitate to come near a corpse cause of the foul smell emitting from the decaying flesh. These professional take up the unpalatable job of cleaning up blood, body or any bio-hazard cleaning. Their job often referred to as Biohazard remediation, is based on the situation of decontamination cleaning as and when required. It’s a place where guts over glory are needed to clean suicides, homicides or unattended deaths.

But with each new day, is a new challenge and at Bio Cleanse Pty Ltd. takes pride in the service we provide. Call us on 042 741 1789 or visit our website: www.bio-cleanse.com.au to know more about us.

The scent of odour control

The sense of smell is strong in the human body. The foul smell of sewage, urine & faeces, even mould and contamination can leave a disgusting smell in a room.

The source of odour can be due to various reasons. Like for instance, your house might have a mould growth, that you would have no idea of or the smell of smoke from fire damage. In a different scenario, the odour of murder, homicide or unattended death is far worse to control. Even if the resources are endless for nasty odour, the problem arises in getting rid of the smell.

To get rid of the odour is to maintain air quality balance. Cleaning and decontaminating are methods for this. Bio Cleanse Pty. Ltd., a company that takes up tasks that will help you with odour control, have trained professional teams to get rid of the odour right at its source.

For more information check our website: http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/services/odour-control/ or to schedule an appointment, call: 042 741 1789.

Tackling Indoor Contamination

Ever thought about Indoor Contamination? How does it occur and what are the reasons for it? 

We all know that contamination is the presence of unwanted or impure substances in an environment. Indoor Contamination refers to chemical, biological or physical contamination of an indoor space.

There are various reasons for the indoor contamination to take place. Here are a few of them:

1. Air contamination

Air contamination occurs by tobacco smoke, paint, heavy metal and objects like stoves, heaters and fireplace. These can have a serious effect on our health, leading to issues like asthma, throat irritation, eyes & nose allergic reactions and in extreme cases lung cancer.

2. Water contamination

Water contamination occurs when swimming pool water is discoloured to form algae deposits due to blockage or inadequate filters. Microbial pollutants also infect human beings through drinking water and result in infectious diseases like cholera and typhoid.

3. Fungal contamination

Fungal particles are born from spores & fungal fragments and evolve in moisture or high humidity. Exposed to a damp atmosphere, there is a concern for mould exposure. The health risks due to fungal contamination are respiratory problems, compromised immune system, etc.

If you observe any of the above-mentioned contamination at your place, feel free to contact us at 042 741 1789 or visit,http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/services/decontamination-cleaning.

Murder Scene? Worry not!

Imagine yourself in the following situation.

You are in your kitchen, preparing tea, you realise that you have run out of sugar. You then decide to ask your neighbour for some. Getting out of your apartment with a bowl in your hand, you ring the doorbell. There is no response. You ring it once again. Still, there isn’t any response. A knock on the door swings it open. Calling out your neighbour’s name, you walk into the house. 

You see things scattered across in the living room. The couch has been turned upside down. The flower vases have been broken. Some soap is running on the television at a very loud volume. There is a slipper in the passage that leads to the bedroom. You move towards the bedroom only to see your neighbour lying in the pool of blood. There is no one else in the house as your neighbour stays alone. 

What would you do? It is very obvious that you will call the cops. The cops investigate the crime scene and take the body away for an autopsy. You inform your neighbour’s family about his/her death. They arrive immediately and grieve over their loss. Don’t you think you should help them in some other way? If your answer is yes, then how would you go about it?

The answer is simple. Help the family clean up the place and properly dispose of the deceased belongings, etc. At times, this can be a painful chore. Consult us at Bio Cleanse Pty. Ltd., for our trauma cleaning services. We understand your situation and are always willing to help you.

Hoarding and its types

When a person refuses to give up on things and keeps on accumulating them, he is said to be a hoarder. The things might not be of any use to him but he still buys and stores them or refuses to throw stuff away that she or he should have. In the initial days, accumulating things might seem to be done occasionally. But over time, it becomes a compulsion and the hoarder cannot go on without piling things up.

There are many kinds of hoarders around the world. We present to you a few of them here, in this blog post.

Rubbish Hoarders

Right from chocolate wrappers to cartons, Rubbish Hoarders are known to hoard almost anything and everything. The houses of these kind of hoarders are nothing less than a rubbish bin. It is not only unclean and disgusting but also serves as a home to many insects and a breeding ground for diseases. Studies have found that these people go through other’s rubbish in hope of finding something that they would love to hoard. 

Shopping Hoarders 

A certain kind of shopaholics belong to this category of hoarders. Shopping Hoarders are those people who buy things from all the shops they visit. They do not think before buying stuff. They are not bothered whether they would be using the things they bought in the first place. The only thing they know is that they want to buy it. These people often end up with a lot of unused items (mostly with their price tags still on). 

Food Hoarders

People hoarding food - Is it true? Yes! There are people who hoard food. These are people who feel that they will run out on food if they do not save it. This results in buying and more buying of food stuff and stuffing it in shelves and refrigerators. The food will, no doubt, be spoiled over time and could be a medium to attract germs and diseases.

Animal Hoarders

Animal Hoarders are those pet lovers who outgrow their love for animals in such a way that they want all for themselves. You will find quite a number of pets at their homes. These pets won’t be properly taken care of. Trips to the vet, proper grooming, feeding, taking them out for walks etc. will suffer for there are many who need the attention. To conclude, there will be diseases and a very unhygienic environment.

Paper Hoarders

When a person is not able to give up any piece of paper, he is termed as a paper hoarder. When a person keeps the magazine for himself for want of just one page, he is termed a paper hoarder. Magazines, newspapers, comics, invoices, books, novels, reports – anything made out of paper is treasured by these people. Paper Hoarders live in a very risky ambience. They might end up burning the whole place down, in case of fire.

Are you one of these? Do you know anyone who shows such symptoms? Do you want professional hoarding clean-up services? Consult us – Bio Cleanse Pty Ltd. We provide all kinds of Hoarding clean-up Services.

Mould Abatement

Mould is present everywhere - they exist indoors as well as outdoors. They are a boon for nature, as they aid in decomposing dead matter such as dead vegetation. They reproduce through tiny seeds called spores which are invisible to the naked eye and travel through the medium of air from one place to another.

Mould thrives under humid conditions. Moisture is helpful for mould to grow and multiply into colonies. If the contact between mould and moisture occurs indoors in a domestic area, then it results in mould problems for the household. 

Mould produces a near-repulsive musty odour. Nevertheless, it is hard to detect the source of mould. Mould can sneak into the rear of wallpapers or panelling, the underside of carpets, inside ductwork and roof tiles – practically any nook and cranny which it can find. The reason for mould to flourish in domestic conditions is that the domestic indoor materials are capable of moisture retention, providing an excellent soil for mould to thrive. 

Mould does not require a long time to spread. In as little as 48 hours, mould can spread through the property like wildfire, bringing damage and nuisance. Not only does it affect the walls, windows and furniture of one’s house, it also poses a serious health risk for the inmates. Mould exposure can cause conditions such as coughing, eye irritation, skin rashes, headache, sneezing, throat irritation, nasal congestion and respiratory problems. Besides these allergic and irritable conditions, mould can also produce mycotoxins, which can be potentially hazardous for health. For people suffering from asthma, the presence of mould cause asthma attacks.

The dilemma of mould abatement translates into moisture control.

• Not only the mouldy surface needs to be cleared, but promptly fixing any water problem is also essential to prevent further outbreaks in the future. 

•  Make sure that the roof, gutters, pipes, AC drip pans and pipes are all functioning properly without any water leakage or retention. 

• It is important to let moisture produced from various sources (clothes dryers, stoves, heaters) go out of your house.

• Use exhaust fans in places such as kitchen and bathroom.

• It is wise to use air conditioners or dehumidifiers when needed.

Bio-Cleanse provides professional cleaning services of mould     and mildew, besides many other services. Visit www.bio-cleanse.com.au/mould-remediation/ for more information.

Dry Ice Blasting - Benefits

Dry Ice Blasting is recently becoming the latest refuge for cleaning heavy machinery. It is solid carbon dioxide. In Dry Ice Blasting, dry ice is sprayed through a stream of pressurised air on to the object that needs to be cleaned.

Some benefits of Dry Ice Blasting.

• Less efforts required : Some traditional cleaning methods require disassembling of equipment in order to clean inaccessible parts. Dry Ice Blasting saves you from this disassembling job. As dry ice blasting can be carried out in any weather condition, less effort is required.
• Quick and thorough : Dry Ice Blasting is a quick process. The air stream passes through each and every part in a jiffy, cleaning it thoroughly. It reduces the amount of time required for cleaning considerably. 
• No damage caused to the equipment : Dry ice is non-abrasive in nature. Hence, no damage is caused to the equipment that is cleaned. Also, since dry ice blasting doesn’t demand disassembly of parts, the danger of re-attaching parts improperly is also averted.
• No waste residue is left : Dry ice blasting doesn’t leave any residue, as the CO2 pellets vaporise on contact. There is a no waste produced; thereby solving the problem of waste disposal.
• Increased safety : Dry ice is non-hazardous and non-toxic in nature. No residue is left once the entire blasting process is carried out. It is safe for people, as well as for the environment.

Bio Cleanse Pty Ltd. provides Dry Ice Blasting Services. Visit http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/services/dry-ice-blasting/ to know more.

Squatters Clean-up? Consult Bio Cleanse!

Maggie was doing really well at her job. It was her hard work and dedication that led to her promotion and move to a new city. She had recently bought the apartment she lived in and did not want to sell it. She locked the house and set off on her new career path. An exciting job and a new life awaited her.

Few months into her job, Maggie received a phone call from her friend.

Susie (Friend): Hey Maggie! Why didn’t you tell me that you’re back in town? We could meet up!

Maggie: Susie dear, I am not. I am pretty sure you’re mistaken. You must have seen someone who resembles me.

Susie: I haven’t seen you. I happened to visit your colony. The lights of your apartment were on. I also noticed movement of some figures.

Maggie: Are you sure it was my apartment?

Susie: Yes.

Maggie: Okay. Susie, I’ll have to call you back.

Maggie called up her neighbour to confirm whether there was any truth in what Susie said. To her surprise, her neighbour also said the same thing. Maggie grew worried. She was certain that something was wrong. She had to find it out.

Maggie booked tickets to her town and arrived the next day. She stayed at her neighbour’s place. She realised that what Susie was saying was completely true. There was indeed someone who was staying in her apartment. She called up the cops and with them by her side; they barged into her apartment. There were a group of teenagers who were residing in her apartment. The cops arrested them.

The squatters had made a mess of Maggie’s apartment. Every single step Maggie took landed her in rubbish. She had to get the cleaning done. The conditions in which the squatters lived were inhabitable.

Are you a Maggie from this story? Are you in search of professional squatter cleaners? We, Bio Cleanse Services, have undertaken such assignments. Our trained professionals will clean your place and ensure that all kinds of dirt and bio-hazards are completely removed. 

Visit our website: http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/ for additional details.

Musty Smell? Time to get some cleaning done!

Source : Wikipedia

Sometimes you might have sensed a musty smell in your/your near ones’ home. This could be due to various reasons. One of the reasons could be that of mould growth.

Moisture and a small colony of mould are the only requirements for mould infestation. Mould infestation do not require a very long time to spread. There have been many cases of allergic reactions and respiratory disorders reported due to this. It has been noted that poor lighting conditions and lack of proper ventilation also support mould growth.

As mould grows, it releases foul gases in the air. These gases are responsible for the musty smell in houses. They get absorbed in carpets, clothes, curtains and other cloth materials. Once this smell permeates in, cleaning becomes difficult. 

That’s when it’s time to consult professionals for cleaning services. Bio Cleanse Pty Ltd is experienced in Mould Remediation and Odour Clean-up. Contact us on 042 741 1789 or visit http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/services/ and we will do a complete clean-up for you.

Foul smell? It could be unattended death.

It hasn’t been quite so long that you shifted in to your new home with your parents. You chose this house because you got this spacious place at a very reasonable rate. Your dream of owning a house has finally come true. You are very excited. You throw a house warming party for all your friends and relatives.

A couple of days later, you sense that a foul smell lingers throughout your house. You check your house for the cause of this foul smell but don’t find any. You also go around the house hoping to find a dead rodent or something like that but with no success. The smell grows stronger day by day and a time comes when it is next to impossible for you and your family to breathe. You know that serious action is the need of the hour. The foul smell could be that of a rodent or some bird which might have died at your place. Yes, it can be the case of unattended death.

What will your further action be?

You can hire us - Bio Cleanse Pty Ltd - for help. We will thoroughly check all the nooks and corners of your house to find the source of the disgusting smell. Throwing away the dead matter and cleaning the place is not the only solution. The flooring, walls, furniture could be potent carrier of diseases too. These need thorough cleaning. Odour control also needs to be taken care of. We do all of it for you. 

Our trained professionals have expertise in cleaning such places. Visit our website http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/services/unattended-death-clean-up/ for more details.

Fire Damage Restoration- Why is it necessary?

Fire accidents can occur at any place, be it at your home or office. Fire damage can leave everything in ruins - ceiling, flooring, wall and furniture. There is no doubt this is a monetary loss. Did you know this also poses a risk to your health?

Fire emits loads of toxic gases- irritants and narcotic gases. Irritants are said to cause pain to your eyes and your respiratory tract, while the narcotic gases are found to cause skin rashes. A person who stays exposed to smoke for longer duration may also show confused or euphoric behaviour. These gases could pose a serious threat to a person’s health. The pungent odour of the smoke often remains in the air for a significant amount of time, thereby causing more damage to people and surroundings.

Exposure to fire may sometimes weaken your house/office structure. It could in-turn lead to the collapse of your house/office and cause harm to you, your family members and your office staff. 

Cleaning the mess caused by the fire all by yourself might probably place you in a dangerous situation. It is mandatory for you to understand the necessity of hiring professional cleaners for fire damage restoration.

Contact us, Bio Cleanse Pty Ltd for restoration of your homes/offices. We will do the complete restoration for you. Visit our website http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/services/fire-damage-restoration/ for additional details.

Leaky Pipes? Is consulting a plumber the ultimate solution?

Has your place ever been damaged with water? Perhaps water pipe leakage? Did you repair it all by yourself or did you consult a plumber? Have you ever consulted professionals to do the cleaning? If your answer is ‘No’, then you might have noticed mould growth over the walls. What possibly can be the reason for it? Yes, it is due to improper cleaning after water damage.

Here is a list of few damages that could happen in case you do not consult professionals.

• Leaky roofs damage ceilings to such an extent that the plaster could peel off and the paint could darken. The surrounding portion of walls could also be affected. Mould could grow over the surface making it shabby in appearance and dangerous to health.

• Electrical gadgets like ceiling fans and the lights could also suffer damage. There might be a high risk of electrical shocks or fire in such cases.

• Water leaks could also tamper with the flooring. Damage to the carpet will be caused for sure and so to the flooring. If your flooring is made of wood, then there are fair chances that it could rot.

• Water leaking from corroded or cracked pipes are sometimes left unattended. A bucket or some other vessel is placed under it as a temporary solution to this problem. Have you ever thought that this bucket or vessel could turn out to be breeding grounds for mosquitoes and various other micro-organisms? You and your family could possibly be at high risk to many insect and other organism-borne diseases.

The costs to repair all these damages could turn out to be a considerably large amount. Instead, when you notice anything in its nascent stage, consult us at Bio Cleanse. We can help with all kinds of water damage.

Visit our website http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/ for more details.

Your Breakup, You and Hoarding?

You’ve just been through a breakup, you’ve skipped work for almost a month. You’ve been irregular with food and have not visited your kitchen for weeks at a stretch. You haven't cleaned up your home. You have been crying incessantly day and night. 

Your friends and family learn about your situation and are planning to visit you to get you to feel better. They want to be with you and help you through this rough patch of your life. You get a phone call that they are visiting you the next day. 

You are still in depression. You keep thinking and re-thinking about your breakup. Your house is a complete mess. You have zero energy to do all the cleaning. What would you do?

We, at Bio-Cleanse Pty Ltd, will be glad to come to your rescue. We understand your situation and know exactly how you feel about life at this point in time. Helping you get over your breakup is not our thing, but we can promise to help a bit to make the entire thing seem less gloomy. 

We will clean up your place for you. Our team can also help you put away things that remind you of your ex. Our experienced team will do this for you, in a short time and at a very affordable prices.

Visit our website http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/ now and know more about our Hoarding /Clean-up Services!

Mould Remediation

Having visible mould in your house or workplace is enough to indicate that you have a serious issue. Most of us have the habit of ignoring this growing mould as a petty issue, which isn't correct. The reason is that even this small mould can cause serious health problems for you and the surrounding people. Therefore, it is obligatory that this growing mould should be treated at the earliest with proper care and urgency.

Mould deteriorates your health no doubt, but along with this, it causes several other problems too. It can severely de-value your property, spoil the look of the house or office with stains and marks, and also create unwanted stress for the owner.

There are various causes for mould remediation, one being water damage or leakage. If this is the case, critical attention should be given to leakages and broken pipes. Darkness, warmth, oxygen, moisture, mould spores, etc. are also perfect conditions for growing of mould in your place. There is a need to avoid these situations. Avoiding of moisture is the most important, since the other conditions anyways exist in houses and buildings.

How do you prevent mould from growing? To prevent mould from growing, you first need to prevent moisture, prevent leaking of pipes and other water products, prevent condensation, reduce humidity, etc

Living in a property affected by mould, can trigger nasal congestion, sneezing, cough, wheeze, respiratory infections and worsens asthma and allergic conditions. You need to clean the area and do safe drying, deodorizing and disinfecting of all affected areas as soon as possible with the help of a professional services like Bio Cleanse Pty. Ltd. 

For professional cleaning services regarding removal of mould, call us - 042 741 1789 or visit http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/.

Need a squatter clean-up job done?

Before Clean-Up

Has your property turned into a squatting habitation? Syringes, gross filth & other bio-hazard material scattered all across the premises? 

Do not worry - Contact Bio Cleanse Pty Ltd. We are here to help!

We are a team of qualified & licensed professionals, trained to safely get rid of all types of bio-hazardous substances –  A Complete squatter clean-up! 

After Clean-Up

We offer quick, professional and cost effective squatter clean-up services in Australia - Sydney, Canberra, Goulburn, Batmans Bay & surrounding suburbs of NSW.

What we do:

• Clear up the entire squatter habitation
• Decontamination and cleaning of property
• Safe disposal of all dangerous & bio-hazard items
• Bird/animal fouling removal
• Commercial kitchen cleaning
• Clearing drug users’ materials and area
• Leave sites safe and hazard free

Never attempt squatter cleaning on your own! Always hire trained and skilled professionals to do the job. 

Squatter cleaning requires the correct PPE, proper safety clothing, knowledge of cleaning bio-hazards, needle & sharps removal etc. Hence, it’s best left to the hands of professionals having knowledge & expertise in this type of cleaning. 

If you need us, do not hesitate to give us a call. 

Dial 042 741 1789 or email us at norrisbryan@hotmail.com. 

We are most happy to come and clean the property for you & guarantee you will be happy with our service.

Last year, March 2015, our team conducted a squalor clean-up (more like squatter cleaning). The home-owner just couldn’t manage with the filth and dirt around the house. 

The house was full of mice and since there was a dog living in the house, faeces were everywhere. 

We had to clean the house from scratch to allow the homeowner access services that would help him as it was impossible to use the home as it was. 

Quickly glance through the before and afters of Squalor cleaning done by our professionals - http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/gallery/squalor-cleaning

For more details about the services we offer, visit: http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/services

Why an Accident Clean-up Shouldn't be Attempted by a Layman - Contact Bio Cleanse Pty Ltd

Accidents occurring at workplaces or homes are traumatic events, where in the inmates most-often have to deal with the repercussions.

The onus of this type of trauma clean-up need not or rather, should not need to be handled by the inmates. This is because, mistakes are likely to occur when one has to take this added pressure on to one’s shoulders. 

These mistakes are irrevocable and can affect one’s health.

If you are not trained in bio-hazard or trauma cleanup, you shouldn’t attempt cleaning due to the following reasons: 

• A typical accident scene will have blood, tissue, bodily fluids etc; strewn in and around the area. 
• If you come in contact with blood, you are prone to infections from harmful blood borne pathogens, which may include but are not limited to, Hepatitis B Virus (HBV), Hepatitis C Virus (HCV), Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), and Herpes B Virus. 
• Accident cleanup requires Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which are gloves, goggles and footwear, in order to shield one from blood borne pathogens. 
• A professional cleanup company (Bio-Cleanse Pty Ltd) will have the necessary equipment and procedures to decontaminate the area thoroughly. 

In such cases, contact Bio-Cleanse. We offer round-the-clock emergency services and are fully licensed and trained in handling accident clean-up in a professional way. 

Visit www.bio-cleanse.com.au for more information.

Common Causes of Workplace Accidents

Workplace accidents can have a negative impact on your business due to reduced productivity, loss in workforce and dampening of morale of other workers.

In the event of a workplace accident, the company has to pay compensation and recorded in the accident log for insurance purposes. It is every employer’s responsibility to take care of their employees, whereas it is also the prime responsibility of every employee to read the work safety regulation and work-related protocols.

Workplace accidents depend on a number of factors. Following are the common causes of workplace accidents.

Over-exertion
Over-exertion results due to excessive physical effort in the process of carrying, lifting, pulling and pushing goods. It also results due to excessive effort whilst operating a machine, when the worker falls short of his physical capacity. The most common injuries which results due to overexertion are sprains and strains.

Slips, Trips and Falls
The main causes of slips and trips are uneven floor surfaces, slippery floor coverings, wet floors, changes in floor levels, trailing cables and poor lighting. Falls happen when the worker is working at an elevation such as roofs, ladders and stairways. Slips, trips and falls are risky, as they can result in the worst kind of injury, such as head injuries, body injuries, fractures, paralysis or even death.

Falling Objects
Another common accident that happens at workplaces is free-falling objects, which result mostly in head injuries. Examples of falling objects that have a potential of injuring workers are roof scaffolding, tools, bricks, rocks, debris, ceiling panels, cluttered stacks on shelves, etc. The injury is severe, if the worker is not wearing head protection PPE, such as hard hats, etc.

Work Equipment and Machinery
Since the Industrial Revolution, machinery has become the norm at most work places. All of this machinery undergoes strict testing before it is given the badge of approval to use. Nevertheless, accidents still occur due to the fact that the machinery is not maintained, not properly guarded or not properly operated. Such accidents can even occur when there is inadequate training given to workers; he/she hasn’t read the safety regulations or has failed to wear the correct protective equipments.

On-Site Violent Acts
These injuries result due to arguments between workers or between workers and officials. In some cases, it can result in severe injuries or death of a worker.

Bio Cleanse does cleaning for all kinds of workplace accidents. Contact www.bio-cleanse.com.au for more information.

How to Clean a Small Blood Spill

We are prone to accidents in our daily routine.

Whether getting a minor cut on a finger while chopping onions or a wound on the leg when you fall down – such common day activities are likely to happen and DO involve blood. 

So, does one push the red button and call professional services to clean up the blood?

It wouldn’t make any sense.

Follow this thumb-rule, whenever there is a blood spill:

> If the blood spill is more than 8 ounces or more than the size of a dinner plate, you need to call a professional bio-hazard cleaning service at the soonest. For such assistance, contact Bio-Cleanse (www.bio-cleanse.com.au).

> If the blood spill is less than 8 ounces or less than the size of a dinner plate, you can clean it yourself by doing the following.

•  Before attempting the cleanup, it is advisable to wear proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), such as gloves, masks, etc. It shields you from all possible infectious blood-borne pathogens can cause. The risk of contracting an infection is also high even if the spill is a small one.

• Gently place paper towel(s) over the spill. You can also use a powdered absorbent, allowing it to sop up the blood and then placing paper towel(s) to sop up any traces of remaining liquid.

• Disinfect the area with a solution of water and 10% bleach. When applying bleach to the contaminated area, work from the outer area to the inner. Let it soak the area for nearly half an hour. 

•  If the spill involves any sharps or shards, do not attempt to lift it with your bare hands. Use a pair of tongs or pliers to lift the debris and transfer gingerly to a puncture-resistant bio-hazard bag with a proper seal. Dispose of it.

• Clean the spill area once more with absorbent pads and transfer the materials to another bio-hazard bag. Note that if the surface is concrete, you might need to use a scrub brush. If the surface is upholstery, contact your vendor for a thorough cleanup.

•  Wash the area with fresh water to ensure elimination of any residue.

•  Disinfect all tools used in the process, such as tongs, pliers, dust pans, etc.

• Dispose your used PPE.

Disposal of Community Sharps

People use sharps to treat medical conditions such as allergies, cancer, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, arthritis, migraines, etc. Some also use sharps to illegally inject drugs. These are called community sharps as they are used in a non-medical setting.

More often than not, these sharps get disposed haphazardly, without any proper disposal. Disposing sharps like this can pose grave dangers of injury and infection to whoever comes in contact with it. The people likely to come in contact with sharps in such a manner are community children, janitors, cleaners, waste haulers, recycling plant workers, housekeepers and sewage treatment workers. Hence it is essential that disposal of community sharps should be properly done.
 

• Community sharps should be kept separate from other waste. It shouldn’t be mixed with household waste and disposed in domestic and public bins. Also, it shouldn’t be disposed down the toilet flush, drains or discarded in the environment.

• Dispose it in a puncture-resistant container (not glass) and seal it when it is three-quarters full. Always dispose the sharp with the sharp end first.

• Sharps disposal bins should be placed in every neighbourhood to prevent the risky community sharps getting mixed with other trash. These bins should be strictly used only for sharps disposal.

• For local businesses, sharps disposal bins should be installed in restrooms, toilets and other needed areas of the factory. A contractor should be hired to remove all the disposed sharps periodically.

•  Wear gloves when disposing the sharps. Don’t do it with your bare hands. One ought to use a plier or tongs to pick up the sharps.

Bio Cleanse Pty Ltd offers professional sharps disposal services. Visit www.bio-cleanse.com.au for more information.

Dealing with Water Damage

The most common causes of damages done to homes are due to water. Water damage can be very annoying to home owners financially, as the cost of repairing them can be very expensive. Water damage doesn't only occur during the rains, but can also happen on a bright sunny day, whether it’s a leaking toilet, tap, water heater or washing machine. However, you can prevent these problems by referring to the steps below.

Inspect your homes

Before the rainy season begins, make sure you check your roof - there could be a possibility of leakage. And if the roof has minor problems like broken tiles or other damages, make sure you get it fixed. Even a minor problem can lead to bigger issues. Your roofs are not the only places that should be checked; even your doors and windows must be checked. If you notice water entering through your doors and windows, get them checked or repaired immediately.

Check your plumbing and appliances

Weak plumbing can even lead to your homes getting flooded, so check them at least once in 3 months. If there are any weak rusted spots in the pipes, make sure you change them. Your appliances can also act as water damage agents - like your washing machines, dishwashers or water heaters. Check for any leakage from your appliances and repair it before it becomes a bigger problem. 

Install Water Shutoff Valves

Install water shutoff valves on water lines under your sinks, toilets and other water lines as a home security system, so that you can shut of the valves if there is any leakage. 

Ensure your homes are Ventilated

Always make sure your homes are well ventilated, or water problems may occur - in the form of condensation. Condensation mostly occurs during the cold weather. Always make sure your room is well ventilated, even if it’s just a little .This helps reduce the Condensation in the room. Condensation can cause development of mold on your doors and windows. The ventilation will help prevent this.

Got a water damage problem? Our teams of qualified & experienced professionals have all the skills, expertise, equipment and experience necessary to handle even the most challenging water damage restoration situations.

Contact Bio-Cleanse in case of any water damage emergency – 042 741 1789 or visit us at http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/services/water-damage-restoration/

When your house is flooded with excess water... Bio Cleanse Pty. Ltd to your rescuse

When your house/office is flooded with excess water… When each and every second is precious... Who can you count on? You need a professional water damage restoration service to your rescue! Here, we at Bio Cleanse Pty. Ltd. come into the picture.

Water flooding is a dangerous event for any residential or office area. Along with fire, electricity and gas: water is one of the most dangerous ways of naturally harming your house or building.

Water damage restoration is the process of restoring a property back to pre-loss condition after sustaining any level of water damage. Hence when you are dealing with water damage, immediate action is crucial.

Water damage can be deceptive. Water can be in any nook or corner of your building or apartment. Therefore only professional and trained personnel can find such spots and do the needful in a fast and effective way with the help of professional tools. 

More than just removing excess water, water damage restoration process consists of having the knowledge and equipment to further dry a home or facility completely back to pre-loss conditions. Through timely response and the careful monitoring of water damage, mould and other health issues can be prevented. If water damage has been present too long, mould will occur.

Our trained specialists at Bio Cleanse Pty. Ltd. respond immediately and use advanced equipment and techniques to remove the excess water quickly. They closely monitor and document the drying process to verify if your property is dried properly and thoroughly and try to minimize the damage immediately.

We, as professionals, strive on doing our job with urgency, accurately, professionally and in time. From under water, we get it under control in the quickest possible time!

For services related to water damage restoration, call 042 741 1789 or visit - www bio-cleanse.com.au