Infection Control to prevent nosocomial diseases
Inherent in the quality of the products and services we provide is the assurance that the most stringent infection control procedures are in place. These are audited and updated when appropriate.
In addition to our internal policies and procedures, Hill-Rom® also offers a range of infection control solutions to healthcare facilities from hospital to nursing homes. With our internal laundry facilities and strategic partnerships we are always at the forefront of technology to support you fighting against healthcare associated infections (HAIs).
Our offerings consist of a scheduled or demand agreement so with a prevention and reactive service we offer value and security.
For more information about our infection control offerings, please contact your Hill-Rom® Service Representative who will contact you and discuss your requirements.
Setting the standards
Hill-Rom® is a signatory to the British Healthcare Trades Association document "Management and decontamination of pressure relieving devices" November 1999, whose stated objective is "To deliver pressure relieving appliances, compliant to all relevant British and European Standards, processed through the 'recommended methods' of cleaning, disinfection and laundering requirements to current NHS / DoH advisory documents.“
Hill-Rom® has developed and incorporated protocols that are maintained both in our service locations and in the facilities we serve. This policy addresses decontamination of all hard surfaces, micro-spheres (for air-fluidised units) and laundry items (including air mattresses, covers and sheets). Hill-Rom® guarantees decontamination according to procedures developed in consultation with the Regional Public Health Laboratory, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne and the United States Center for Disease control. All procedures are recorded and records are available for inspection upon request.
Liko™ patient lifting slings are also available in disposable versions, to be used only with a single patient and then to be disposed of. In addition to preventing the spread of bacteria, this solution also has the advantage of helping reduce the need for cumbersome laundry handling. Read more about our Liko™ Solo™ range of disposable slings »
