Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) is an integral part of effective infection control in all healthcare settings. We covered the various types of PPE that exist in our guide to infection control in operating theatres. We also explored some of the protocols concerning PPE in our guide to standard infection control precautions. In this post we’ll […]
A High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filter can catch harmful pollutants in the air while also trapping and killing bacteria and viruses. As part of an advanced air purification system, a HEPA filter can remove 99.97% of airborne particles down to 0.1 microns. What are HEPA Filters used for? HEPA filters are an essential infection prevention […]
The NHS Estates and Facilities Conference 2022 is just a matter of days away and we can’t wait to see you there if you are coming along. Aimed at estates and facilities managers, directors and leaders, the event provides policy-led updates based on the current challenges and issues being faced by the sector. Key topics […]
Improving quality and efficiency in operating theatres brings a range of benefits in both the short-term and the long-term: Reduced turnaround time between procedures. Improved patient care and infection control. Happier and more motivated staff. Huge financial savings – The NHS Institute for Innovation and Improvement estimates that a more productive operating theatre can help […]
An air quality consultant assesses the air quality in hospitals, schools, warehouses, offices, and other indoor environments. Their work will help you ensure that anybody who accesses your premises can breathe cleaner air– whether they’re employees, patients, students or customers. They’ll also help you achieve compliance with certain air quality regulations. What Does an Air […]
Operating theatre teams around the world face fresh challenges every year. In this post we’ll explore some of the current issues in operating theatres, and examine the ways in which operating theatre teams are rising to meet these challenges. Infection Control and Ventilation The pandemic caused severe disruption to all surgical specialties. UK operating theatres […]
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) first published their ISO 9000 family of quality management systems in 1987. What is ISO 9000? At the core of ISO 9000 are seven quality management principles. ISO 9001 sets out a series of requirements that any organisations that wishes to met the quality standards must fulfil. ISO Certified […]
All employers in all industries have a legal requirement to reduce their employees’ exposure to hazardous substances. This is all outlined in a piece of legislation known as Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH). COSHH covers various substances, including many hazardous and toxic air pollutants. In this post we’ll explain what counts as a […]
You may have heard about how some areas of the UK are trialling lower speed limits in a bid to improve air quality. In September 2021, the Welsh government introduced new 50 mph zones in five locations in south and north-east Wales. National Highways have also revealed their plans for setting new 60 mph speed […]
Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) can make a huge difference in preventing accidents and injuries in certain workplaces, and in preventing the spread of infection in healthcare settings. Employers are responsible for providing PPE to their employees. You can find a guide to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regulations concerning PPE. What to Consider When […]