FEATURE
It’s Not What You Use, It’s How You Use It
There is no shortage of cleaning products and systems on the market today. But as technology continues to advance, it’s becoming evident that it’s the way they are used that offers benefits. Here, Brian Boll, Systems Director of Jigsaw Cleaning Systems, examines the issues.
The healthcare industry is under constant scrutiny, with the need to reduce costs high on the agenda, while balanced against the demand for maximum effectiveness and productivity. Modern methodologies can contribute to more effective, efficient cleaning systems, reaping major benefits for public and healthcare organisations.
You only have to look at the figures, which speak for themselves. A trial carried out on 17 wards at one hospital in the Midlands showed there are huge financial savings to be made by utilising modern products and systems.
By replacing an existing laundered system with disposable mops, the hospital achieved a saving of nearly £55,000 over the course of a year.
The same trial saw the hospital save almost 700,000 litres of water – using just 36,720 litres instead of the previous 734,400 litres. According to the Government, the demand for water in the UK is expected to rise by as much as 30% by the year 2030. With such an increase in usage predicted, systems that lead to such significant savings are set to become invaluable to the industry.
One of the biggest concerns of the healthcare industry is infection
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control. It is critical that bacteria are kept at bay to prevent contamination and the spread of infection, and methodologies can deliver huge advantages in this area, due to the development of innovative materials.
The Masslinn cloth system is made up of an extremely hygienic substance infused with a special oil designed to attract dirt and bacteria, ensuring it sticks to the cloth, crucially preventing the transmission of germs from one surface area to another.
Time is such an important factor, with staff under constant pressure to be quicker and more efficient, and significant savings can be made here too. Less time spent by cleaners emptying and replenishing water containers means a larger area can be cleaned in a shorter time period, resulting in a more productive system that sees a higher amount of effective cleaning carried out. More time is saved due to the fact that drying time is largely reduced.
The use of disposable products also means less time spent laundering reusable cloths, which in turn saves more water. This means a safer environment for those carrying out the cleaning, as it significantly reduces the risk of slips and falls. Vulnerable
people using the area, such as patients in hospital wards and care homes, benefit too with a reduced risk of accidents on slippery floors.
Using a single mopping system, or Masslinn cloths, means just one set of materials is required to achieve the highest standard of cleaning in one area. They are highly economical tools with vast financial benefits.
Dry mopping is quickly becoming the preferred method over vacuuming. An industry poll recently revealed that 84% found dry mopping to be the best way to keep hard floors clean. It means a reduction in electricity use, as well as less noise pollution and a quicker system overall.
Moving away from the more traditional methods and embracing the new can only lead to all round improvements and benefits. Innovations in technology are designed to create tools and systems that make the job easier, quicker and far more efficient. They should be embraced to make real advances and reap the benefits of significant savings in time and money.
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