TRAUMA CLEAN-UP SERVICE
Without doubt, one of the
most challenging aspects of Ideal Response’s workload, is trauma cleaning.
Murders, suicides, sudden deaths, undetected deaths are sadly, something that
we are regularly asked to help with. Recent programmes like Spotless on Netflix have
glamorised the crime scene cleaning industry. Let’s dig a little deeper to take
a real-life glimpse into crime scene cleaning. Despite years of experience, nothing
can quite prepare our technicians for arrival on site, and the effects
that trauma incidents have on their surroundings. The fact remains, most
people will never suffer the experience of discovering a traumatic death. For
those who do, the stress is immense; it is our job to do everything we can to
make the situation easier.
WHAT IS INVOLVED IN TRAUMA
CLEAN-UP?
If a crime scene investigation is
necessary, the scene must remain untouched until that is complete. Bodily fluids
will spread and become absorbed in fabrics and other absorbent surfaces at the
scene. Crucially, the priority is decontamination; bodily fluids carry
pathogens and present a high risk of infection. The presence of bodily fluids
risks further infestation of opportunistic organisms and microorganisms. Our
job as trauma cleaning technicians is multi-faceted, the central role of
cleaning and decontamination is carried out using the most effective equipment
and techniques available, combined with experience. We aim to reduce the time
taken to clean to a minimum. We pride ourselves in a holistic approach to all
of our trauma cleaning, it can make a massive difference to those involved.
Professionalism in these circumstances needs to include empathy, kindness and
understanding.
WHAT EXACTLY DOES TRAUMA CLEANING PROFESSIONAL
DO
Biomart respond after events such as
accidents, unattended deaths, violent crimes, and suicides to devise a plan to
safely remove bodily fluids, blood, and other potentially infectious materials
from the property. These professionals exist because trauma and crime scene
cleaning are not something a property owner should attempt on their own. In
addition to the health and safety risks involved, the untrained person faces
emotional and mental health risks associated with trauma and crime scene clean-up.
HOW TRAUMA CLEANERS WORK
Before work begins,
professional trauma and crime scene cleaners should devise a work plan that
specifically addresses the prevention of cross-contamination. They will use coloured
disposal bags marked for biohazard waste in order to follow disposal
regulations. All porous and semi-porous affected materials in the property
should be disposed of before cleaning commences. Non-porous materials can be
cleaned with appropriate antimicrobials.
More than anything,
a true trauma and crime scene cleaning professional utilize compassion and
discretion when assisting clients during their time of need. Dealing with a
traumatic event is difficult, but when performed properly, a professional
cleaning company delivers an exceptional experience that alleviates the
customer’s stress while removing all reminders of the traumatic event.

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