Tips for Choosing the Right Biohazard Cleanup Service

5/1/2018 (Permalink)

Always Choose Trained Professionals

• Because it’s traumatic: No one should have to deal with the personal impact of cleaning up after the traumatic loss of a loved one. A professional SERVPRO can get a situation cleaned up quickly, compassionately and discreetly.
• Because it’s safer: Federal regulations classify all human and animal remains, including blood, urine, feces, vomit and bodily fluids, as biohazards. This is because they have the potential of carrying life-threatening pathogens such as Hepatitis B and C, AIDS, HIV, MRSA, Tuberculosis and many more. The safe cleanup and removal of biohazardous materials involves extensive analysis and detailed work, and the use of state-of-the-art cleaning and odor removal technologies.

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Licensed Bonded & Insured

• It is important to use licensed professionals because they conduct safe cleanup, removal and disposal of bio-hazardous waste. Additional considerations include being registered and compliant with OSHA and FEMA, federal agencies that oversee disasters and workplace safety. Cleanup crews will be coming into your home or the home of your loved one, so be sure the professional you choose is bonded and insured.

Approved Vendors for Most Major Insurance Companies

• In most cases, insurance will cover much or all of the cost of traumatic even cleanup. You can minimize or eliminate your out-of-pocket expenses by working with licensed and bonded professionals such as SERVPRO of East Cobb who will deal directly with insurance companies, saving you one more headache in this already difficult process.

We provide cleanup and recovery services for many biohazard situations. These include the following:

• Sewage backups
• Crime scene residues
• Suicide/death accidents
• Homicide cleanups
• Blood cleanup
• Accident cleanup
• Hoarding scenes
• Animal waste/remains
• Chemical spills
• Tear gas cleanup
• Meth lab cleanup

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. Can I just use my regular cleaning or janitorial service for biohazard cleanup of blood or bodily fluids?

A: Not unless your regular cleaning or janitorial service has been properly trained and equipped to handle biohazard cleanup and waste such as blood or bodily fluids, and has a legal place to dispose of the recovered biohazardous waste.

Q: Who pays for bio-recovery services?

A: In many cases home, business or auto insurance will pay for bio-recovery services. Ultimately the property owner may be responsible for cost of the service.

Q: Can I have an employee of my business clean the scene?

A: Federal Regulation 29cfr1910.1030 states that no employee can be placed in a position to be exposed to biohazard cleanup of blood spills without first:

1. Receiving Blood Borne Pathogen (bbp) training.
2. Having a written BBP exposure control plan.
3. Having been provided personal protective equipment.
4. Having been offered Hepatitis B vaccine and exposure evaluation and follow-up.
5. Being provided with a method to remove and properly store the bio-hazardous waste in properly marked containers for disposal at an approved site.

For more information please visit:

• Biohazard Cleanup & Restoration by SERVPRO
• Biohazard Emergency Tips - Until Help Arrives
• Trauma & Crime Scene
• Vandalism & Graffiti
• Centers for Disease Control & Prevention Biosafety
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Hazardous Waste Laws & Regulations Information

Biohazard, Crime Scene, and Vandalism Cleanup

5/25/2017 (Permalink)

Call SERVPRO of East Cobb for 24-hour Emergency Service -(770) 424-0400-

Recognized as a leading fire and water cleanup and restoration provider by hundreds of insurance companies, SERVPRO of East Cobb also offer fast, reliable biohazard and crime scene cleanup* and restoration services to residential and commercial property owners.

Exposure to biological and chemical contaminants can pose serious health consequences for building occupants, employees, customers, and owners. A failure to properly handle and safely remove such hazardous substance scan contribute to unhealthy and even dangerous environments.

SERVPRO of East Cobb is trained to safely and effectively remove biohazardous substances and prepare waste for proper disposal according to OSHA, EPA, and state and local health regulations. Equipped with the necessary safety equipment and cleaning products, SERVPRO of East Cobb can help turn unsafe environments into clean, safe homes and offices.

SERVPRO of East Cobb can help with the following issues:

• Blood-borne Pathogens: SERVPRO of East Cobb professionals remove and dispose of bodily fluids, tissue, and other potentially pathogenic substances resulting from accident, trauma, crime, or death. Trained SERVPRO of East Cobb technicians thoroughly clean, disinfect, and deodorize the structure. 
• Methamphetamine Labs: Many of the chemicals used in the production of illegal drugs such as methamphetamine are volatile and can leave harmful residues throughout a structure. SERVPRO of East Cobb professionals follow federal and state guidelines to properly clean all surfaces. 
• Crime Scene Residues: From fingerprint powder and evidence-gathering chemicals to tear gas and pepper spray residues, SERVPRO East Cobb Professionals can clean and restore your property and contents. 
• Arson & Vandalism: SERVPRO of East Cobb Professionals are recognized as leaders at helping property owners recover quickly from fire and water damage. Your local Franchise Professional also provides general cleaning and deodorization services for situations resulting from vandalism including graffiti, egg, spoiled foods, and human or animal waste.
• Sewage Backups
• Black Water Intrusions
• Mold Mitigation and Remediation

State and local regulations vary. Contact SERVPRO of East Cobb today for 24-hour Emergency Service. -(770) 424-0400-