We Are the Go To Source for Biohazard Cleanup

4/3/2023 (Permalink)

Sewage back-ups are one of the most common biohazard jobs we perform.

Everyday Cleaning Chemicals Can Become a Biohazard Scene When Misused

A biohazard is defined as a chemical or any hazardous substance when it contacts human or animal life. Examples of familiar biohazard sources are industrial chemical spills, toxic smoke, sewage spills, and trauma scene cleanup where bodily fluids have been spilled. There are many others. Even cleaning agents such as bleach are biohazards when spilled or misused. All biohazard events, from small to large, must be treated and cleaned up with caution.

The US EPA and OSHA provide cleanup guidelines for many bio-hazardous situations. The manufacturers of numerous chemicals also provide safety sheets that instruct cleaning companies on how best to remediate contamination involving their products. The labels on the containers alert consumers about how to use these products properly and what to do when “accidents” happen.

SERVPRO of Yuma East, Foothills frequently remediates sewage spills and trauma scenes in Yuma county. Our technicians are trained and equipped to work safely in these conditions to contain the pollution and not contaminate themselves or spread the problem beyond the cleanup area.

Toilet overflows can be nasty. Sometimes the water and waste are from wastewater pipes and flow into one or two homes or businesses. Or, in multi-story buildings, the ground floor units can be contaminated from above. Sewage water always contains bacteria and is nothing for the amateur to deal with on a do-it-yourself basis. Before you attempt to clean up any hazardous scene, call tom or the office. We are pleased to provide advice; if need be, we can quickly be onsite to resolve the problem correctly and safely. SERVPRO of Yuma East, Foothills: 928-247-1180