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Blood Cleanup – Why Should You Call Hoarding Central for Blood Clean Up Help

You may have a blood spill in your home or business for a variety of reasons, from a simple kitchen accident or medical condition to a crime scene. It is important to know when you should call a professional biohazard cleaning company like Hoarding Central.

If you do not feel comfortable or safe cleaning up the blood yourself, it may be time to call for professional assistance. Smaller amounts of blood no larger than 12” by 12” on a hard surface like tile or wood may be manageable, but beyond that, there are a few considerations to help you decide.

Is the blood pooling (collecting to form a small puddle)?

Where there is enough blood to pool, the blood may begin to soak into the surface. The blood can seep into small cracks between floorboards or grout around tile and it may not be enough to simply clean the surface. The affected flooring may need to be removed to access and properly clean the surface underneath. This prevents biological material from being left behind and which could eventually cause an odor.

How long has the blood been sitting?

Blood that has been sitting begins to coagulate and dry. Once this happens, the blood becomes harder to remove and stronger chemicals and techniques may be required for removal.

Does the blood contain pathogens or diseases?

In some situations, it is possible that the individual has a condition such as C-Diff, MRSA, or Hepatitis C. When bloodborne pathogens are involved, anyone who cleans-up the blood must protect themselves properly by wearing the necessary protective gear and equipment to make sure to avoid spreading harmful bacterium.

Are you in a home or a workplace?

When cleaning blood, safety precautions must be at home or at work. However, at work employers must follow strict employee protection guidelines outlined by OSHA. Depending on the type of facility, this may mean hiring professionals to uphold cleaning standards.