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Commercial Property Contamination - Do's and Dont's in Attleboro, MA
6/17/2019 (Permalink)
Bio-hazards and contamination in your commercial property.
At SERVPRO of The Attleboros, we understand that any type of exposure to biological and chemical contaminants can pose potentially serious health threats. In a business or any commercial setting, sewage backup, blood cleanup or a chemical spill, can place YOU and other workers at risk. In these types of bio-hazardous situations, your primary focus needs to be safety.
What to Do After a Contamination
- Stay out of any and all affected areas.
- Call emergency services if the situation is life-threatening.
- Treat all bodily fluids as if they are contaminated.
- Turn off the HVAC system if there is sewage damage.
What Not to Do After a Contamination
- Don’t leave wet fabrics lying around. Hang leathers and furs.
- Don’t leave books, magazines, or other colored items on wet carpet or floors. Try to have the areas as clean as possible.
- Don’t use your household vacuum to remove water.
- Don’t use the television or power on any electronics.
- Don’t turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet, and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging.
Biohazards should not be taken lightly, so make sure you are following this protocol to remain safe in your place of business. At SERVPRO of The Attleboros, we care about our local community and people. If you have any questions, or would like to contact one of our professionals, please call 508-223-0505 or visit our website.