How an unattended death clean-up is handled by professionals

When a deceased person is discovered after a period of time, the whole situation can be intense and overwhelming. But what's challenging is the cleaning up after the unattended death. Apart from the biohazard dangers that arise from a situation like this, there is considerable damage done to the premises as a result of the decomposition process. For times like this, the cleanup and remediation of property should be handled by an expert biohazard cleaning team. Always reach out to a professional that will ensure extensive cleaning and remediation to rid your property of all biohazard dangers.

Below are the steps followed by a biohazard cleaning company to ensure the clean-up is done well.

Site examination:
Firstly, the cleaning crew will investigate and analyse the scene/area to determine the extent of the damage. A number of factors could influence the extent of contamination, from the kind of death to the time period since the death occurred. This study helps the cleanup team to design a plan of action that is best suited to eliminate all odours and decontaminate the area and materials present.

Cleaning up the area affected:
Next comes the cleaning of the decontaminated area. In this step, the cleaners will clean, decontaminate, sanitise and deodorise the area including surfaces, and carpeting. They follow strict procedures to ensure all contaminants are removed entirely from the site. In certain cases, the carpeting and subflooring will also be removed. This is to ensure no contaminants that could give rise to health dangers remain. The whole affected area is treated with advanced odour removal techniques to get rid of unpleasant odours completely.

Removal of contaminated materials:
At times, there are items that are highly contaminated making them difficult to salvage. It becomes necessary for the cleaners to remove and discard such materials. Cleaners follow strict protocols while discarding these. This is to ensure that the community surrounding the site are free from the risk of biohazard contamination.

Are you are facing a traumatic situation like an unattended death in your family or property? Don’t let the clean-up stress you out. At Bio Cleanse Services, we are always ready to help you in times like this. Contact us or call us on 0427 411 789 for any unattended death cleanup requirements.

Fire Damage and the Need for Restoration

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Fire can lead to significant damage to the property and a number of significant other problems which can cost you a lot of money until you get everything restored. Many people still fail to realize the amount of damage fire can do. And most people do not know of the vast number of services offered by fire damage restoration experts.

In case of a fire, the damage is most evident on the walls, furniture, and other upholstery. Fire damage restoration companies will most certainly address this. The best fire damage restoration companies will offer a full restoration of the area and help you redecorate your house including your furniture and upholstery so that your rooms look better than what they did earlier.

Fire damage just doesn’t only cause burn damages. It can also cause odour and stains which won’t go away with conventional cleaning methods. Fire damage restoration services are fully equipped to take care of this as well, making sure no trace of the fire is left lingering in the house. Also, fire can cause short circuits on various electronic machine boards. Fire damage restoration technicians will make sure these are properly cleaned before starting them up. Thus avoiding any additional damage to your property.

Although water damage and fire damage are two edges of a very long pole, they can actually occur together more often than not. In case of a fire, the heat could break burst a pipe or cause a leak in the overhead tank, causing flooding in the house. Fire damage restoration companies are equipped for this hurdle as well since they are trained to handle fire as well as water damage.

If you have experienced a fire, you should get a restoration done as quickly as possible. Always have the contact details of a good fire damage restoration company close by. Make sure the company provides 24-hour services, having a quick response team on its toes all the time. Also, ensure that the company has a good track record with other customers. Check for reviews on various websites on the internet which can give more credibility to the company.

Having said all this, take all the necessary precautions required to avoid fire damage altogether. This includes following safe cooking methods as well as taking extra precautions with other fires and open electric plugs. Regularly checking the fire alarm can greatly reduce the chances of having fire damage.

Bio Cleanse Services is available 24x7 to solve your Fire damage problems. You can reach us on 0427 411 789 or visit our website.

Steps to Meth Lab Cleaning

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Meth (methamphetamine) labs, used to make the illegal drug methamphetamine, turn up in houses, apartments, motel rooms, sheds, trailers and even motor vehicles. Any house that has been used to cook meth can still have the harmful chemicals present in the vicinity even though the cooking has stopped. Thorough cleaning is required before you can start to live in the house or an apartment which has been previously used as meth labs.

Cleaning of meth labs is essential as the fumes contain harmful chemicals that give rise to a number of health problems like headaches, nausea, dizziness, breathing problems or respiratory irritation and, skin and eye irritation

Here are some tips for meth property cleaning:

1. First and foremost, determine if the property was used for meth lab cooking. And if so, to what extent?
2. After being seized, the property is aired out, decontaminated and closed for security reasons by the professionals. This short term airing-out is not enough for the area. Therefore it is necessary to air out the area before and during the cleaning process. Air out the property for at least 3 to 5 days.
3. Before starting any cleaning process, wear certified protective gear like gloves, goggles, and protective clothing. Respirators that offer protection against fumes are recommended.
4. Get rid of all the unnecessary items and dispose them properly.
5. Get rid of all the visibly contaminated objects or items that have odour. Most of the area in the vicinity of the cooking kit will be full of stains. Its best to get rid of it.
6. All the surfaces need to be properly cleaned with adequate cleaning methods, keeping personal healthcare in mind.
7. The ventilation system carries the air around in the house and particularly has most of the fumes sediment. Cleaning the ventilation is very important before starting to reside in the premises again.
8. Leave the plumbing and any additional odour removal to the professionals.

Meth lab cleaning is a complicated process involving the use of many counter chemicals in order to neutralize the effect of the existing chemicals used to cook meth.  It is highly advisable to hire expert professionals for meth lab cleaning.

We, Bio Cleanse Services, cover all aspects such as assessing the property, devising a solution, removal and disposal of hazardous chemicals, property cleanup, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVACs), High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuuming, decontamination of property, sanitisation of property and post sampling to ensure that it is chemical free and safe to occupy. Our service areas are Goulburn, Canberra, Batemans Bay and surrounding areas of NSW. Visit our website to know more about our services or call on 0427 411 789.

Bio-hazard cleaning – why and what?

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Mention the term bio-hazard, and we think of a risk to human health or the environment arising from biological work, especially with microorganisms. In simple words, if any living organism comes in contact with a biological hazard, it can pose a threat to its health.

We might know what a bio-hazard material is and what the causes are for it.

But do you know what is involved in a bio-hazard clean-up? If you do, Great! If not, then go ahead and read this blog.

When a bio-hazard clean-up takes place, the situation is completely assessed with caution and all items like carpet, furniture, wallpaper, etc. are removed and dealt with carefully. They get disposed of in biohazard bags at a federal and state regulated site for disposal. If you think wearing a safety gear is enough to take up the task for a bio-hazard cleaning then you’re wrong, because no family member, colleague or regular cleaner is trained to deal with biohazardous situations. A professional however will have bloodborne pathogen (BBP) training, own protective gear, would be receiving regular inoculation of Hepatitis B vaccine and exposure evaluation.

Therefore bio-hazard cleaning is no layman's task and requires well trained and equipped professionals. Bio Cleanse Services is a company dedicated to clean and remediate the affected area by following strict guidelines in the clean-up, removal, and disposal of biohazardous and bio-medical waste.

Are you caught in a bio-hazard situation? We are here to help! 

Call us now 0412 547 547 or visit our website: http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/ 

Basics Of Mould You Need To Know

What is mould? Where can I find it? Is it harmful? A lot of people are misinformed or have poor knowledge about the basic knowledge on mould and mould growing in their houses.

What is mould?
Mould is a fungus that grows and thrives in damp conditions. It is micro-organism which reproduces via spores. They lack chlorophyll which requires sunlight. Due to this mould can thrive even in dark places and wet places.

What is Toxic Mould?
Some mould can be toxic to the human health. They produce allergens and other toxic substances than can harm your health. Not all mould is toxic, toxic moulds refer to moulds that produce mycotoxins.

Where can I find toxic mould in my house?
When it comes to finding mould, the first sign is the musty smell it leaves in the room. We see mould in our day-to-day lives without realising. If you take a closer look at the black spots around the sink or the grout between the tiles, you’ll see some black coloured substance present there. This is mould! It can be difficult to identify mould in basements and cellars due to lighting. Mould on the wall can be easily identified by the dark growth (black stains on the wall.

Is mould bad for my health?
Mould is very toxic for your health. It can give rise to breathing problems, allergies and skin problems like rashes. They can also cause asthma attacks.

Give us a call at 042 741 1789 or visit our website http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/services/mould-remediation/ to schedule an appointment with us.

Trauma cleaning scenario

When a loved one commits suicide or is a victim of a violent crime, the scene left behind might be too painful or traumatic for family and friends of the loved one. One of the most distressing parts of a crime scene, suicide or accident is the need to make the area safe for living. It is due to such incidents or serious accidents, that a delicate situation which leads to trauma and how to handle the situation with regards to property and public places.

Most property owner’s lack the knowledge and equipment in regards to a safe and permanent clean-up when decontaminating the scene. Cleaning the place would be psychologically difficult for most individuals including family members and friends if they don’t have the skill to decontaminate and clean the blood-borne diseases that might occur. It is very natural to call and inform the police and crime scene investigators. But what about the mess left behind after the evidence is collected?

It is essential to call trained, professional and experienced specialists, who have dealt with such cases. Bio Cleanse Services provides trauma cleaning service with the assurance to restore the contaminated property to its original condition. Call us 0412 547 547 or 042 741 1789 or visit http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/services/trauma-cleaning/

Tips to keep in mind during a sewage break out

Imagine waking up to the sight of waste water gushing out of your toilet bowl. Sewage breakouts are the worst way to start your day. We at Bio Cleanse Services understand your frustration and the problems associated with it.

Here are a few tips to help you understand what to do in the given situation:

• Turn off all electrical power like electric wires, plug points or electric appliances at the place which is  flooded. It’s best to avoid contact with any wet material or water. 

• Turn off running water to avoid further damage to the drainage pipes or water heating pipes. 

• Open windows, curtains or doors to let out air so as to control odour. This also helps to reduce indoor humidity and sunlight helps to slow down the process of mould and bacterial growth. 

• Remove contaminated contents like carpets, curtains and furniture. Protect possible dry and uncontaminated areas from sewage contamination. 

• Immediately vacate sewage contaminated areas to avoid sewage contaminants. Only people with the right protection gear should be allowed in sewage contaminated areas, as the sewage waste can be flammable and toxic in nature. 

• Keep children and pets away from a sewage spill because sewage waste contaminants can lead to serious illness and infectious diseases. Tetanus, Hepatitis A and Leptospirosis are some of the diseases causing agents. 

If you come across the above scenario, don’t panic. Just contact Bio Cleanse Services. We are always ready to help. Our team of trained professional will get the job done. Call at 042 741 1789 or visit our website http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/services/sewage-clean-up/

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.