Infection Prevention

Hospitals and health care facilities are highly sensitive areas and implement good infection control practices to avoid nosocomial or hospital acquired infections (HAI). An infection rate of 5% to 10% exists in the western world according to the International Society for Infectious Diseases (http://www.isid.org/). Surveys of hospital infection control departments are required by the CMS (Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services and organism targeted testing may be indicated. All services listed below also apply to communities with immune-compromised individuals, such as retirement homes, rehabilitation centers, in home health care settings for seniors or cancer patients.

ET&T’s Infection Control Services:

• Sampling for the most common target organisms via culturable, MPN, PCR or present/absent format (Staphylococci, MRSA, Enterococci, E. coli, Legionella, Pseudomonas, Klebsiella, C. diff...)
  
• Surface sampling via ATP testing to determine cleanliness and cleaning methods in critical areas.
  
• Detailed interviews with involved parties at PCRA meetings for strategy planning to include the appropriate investigation and testing protocols.
  
• Air monitoring via particle counts to assess the overall particle load.
  
• Pressure differential measurements to determine the actual air flow pattern in the areas of concern.
  
• Non-viable and viable air sampling for mold spores to assess the fungal spore load and species.
  
• Consultation on mold remediation projects and design of work procedures for the contractor.
  
• Verification of remediation efficiency and cleaning methods.

ET&T’s highly experienced and medically sensitive professionals use a multi disciplined approach working side by side with your IP team.  Our 20+ years of experience in Indoor Environmental Quality is a critical and unique benefit we offer our clients. Our professionals understand that time is of the essence with your projects; we are available to your ICRA team on a 24/7 schedule. We strictly abide by the highest level of confidentiality following HIPAA compliance, as well as requirements for the Environment of Care.

For additional information about our services or to speak with an Infection Control Professional, Call 760-804-9400 or email us at info@ETandT.com.