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

5 easy tips to prevent Water Damage

Knowing water damage warning signs in and around your home, can help you avoid big repair bills as well as time and trouble at a later date. 

1. Be careful where you plant: Some plants and trees have pretty invasive roots. If you’re not careful, they’ll grow right into your sprinkler system, drainage field, pipes and septic tanks. Plan before you plant, to keep roots away from water lines.

2. Clean out roof gutters: Every Sunday, check out your gutters. If you’re seeing lots of leaves, bird nests and sticks, your gutters may not be doing the job you hired them for. And on a rainy day, a clogged gutter can send water spilling into your home’s foundation, through the roof, or down to your basement. That could cause some serious water damage! 

3. Keep an eye on your water bill: With so many water pipes hidden behind walls and under floors in your house, you might not know there’s a leak, until the damage is done. That’s why it’s a good idea to keep a close eye on your monthly water bill.

4. Use a Drain Snake instead of unclogging chemicals: No matter how crazy clean you are, from your shower to your kitchen sink, clogs are bound to occur. And, chances are at some point in your life you’ve used one of those powerful chemical drain cleaners to get things moving again. But as convenient as they may be, most people do not realize that those caustic chemicals are also eating away at the pipes. Use a Drain Snake instead of harmful chemicals.

5. Never pour grease down your sink: You should definitely avoid pouring grease down your kitchen sink. It doesn’t matter if you flush it with hot or cold water. It can still cling to your pipes, and could cause some serious damage and blockage.

Call us on 042 741 1789 or visit us on our website at http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/ for professional assistance.

5 Reasons Why You Should Declutter

To declutter is “the” strategy for overcoming hoarding.

For compulsive hoarders, battling this behaviour is very much a step by step process. Along with the plan of action of physically moving the things and trashing them, a great deal of motivation and correction of thoughts goes into treating a hoarder.

Following are five reasons why you should declutter, in order to overcome hoarding.

1. Some hoarders claim that the clutter gives them “company” and shields them from the outside world. As much as comforting and disorienting this thought might sound, clutter is nothing but an emotional and physical baggage. Clutter clogs our mind with an excess of stimuli: visual, olfactory and tactile. Our senses work beyond normal and hence, it is a mental burden. 
2. Clutter causes embarrassment. Hoarders feel ashamed to show their house around to their friends and acquaintances, simply because the house is a mess. Once you declutter, you tend to ward off social isolation. This will help in building relationships that were lost because of this domestic mess. 
3. Clutter is not hygienic. Inhabiting with junk exposes you to multiple respiratory diseases. If the trash involves dead insects, faecal matter and decaying stuff, then the hoarder is bound to get various infections and diseases, putting personal health in a quandary. 
4. The best part of decluttering is finding things you thought you never had or bought. Hoarding results due to excessive accumulation of stuff that one doesn’t really need. Decluttering will help you unearth extra pair of shoes or unpaid bills and in some cases, money. The recyclable trash and items which you can put on sale (because you don’t need them) can stand the chance to earn you a few bucks. 
5. Decluttering will be the first of many changes. The immediate result is a sanitized personal space and decreased social isolation. Along the way, you will focus your attention on other things rather than accumulating trash, such as practicing yoga or building a new home theatre. 

Contact Bio Cleanse Pty Ltd for Hoarding Management Services.