Death Clean Up FAQs

Death clean up, also known as after-death cleaning or biohazard remediation, involves the safe and thorough cleaning of a scene where a death has occurred. It is essential to remove biohazards, blood, bodily fluids, and other potentially infectious materials to ensure a safe environment and prevent the spread of diseases.

Trauma Clean 24 Seven is a reputable company with extensive experience in biohazard remediation and death clean up services. They are known for their compassionate approach, efficient cleaning process, and strict adherence to safety and compliance regulations.

Trauma Clean 24 Seven provides death clean up services for various scenarios, including suicides, homicides, unattended deaths, accidents, and natural deaths.

At Trauma Clean 24 Seven we understand the urgency of our services and offers 24/7 assistance to provide a prompt response to death clean up requests.

Our team at Trauma Clean 24 Seven priorities safety. They wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and strictly adhere to decontamination protocols to protect themselves and others from potential health risks.

Absolutely, Trauma Clean 24 Seven approaches each death clean up with empathy and understanding. We provide emotional support and compassion to families throughout the entire process.

Yes, Trauma Clean 24 Seven uses industry-approved cleaning agents and methods that are effective yet safe for humans and the environment. They prioritise responsible cleanup practices and comply with all relevant regulations.

Trauma Clean 24 Seven follows strict procedures for the proper packaging, transportation, and disposal of biohazardous waste in accordance with local regulations.

Yes, Trauma Clean 24 Seven values the privacy of their clients and operates discreetly to protect their dignity and reputation. They maintain confidentiality and respect the sensitivities of those involved.

To request death clean up services or to learn more about their expertise, contact us via phone at 0203 6408 247 or email at info@24sevengroup.co.uk . Our team is available 24/7 to assist you during these challenging times.

Extreme caution must be taken when dealing with bodily fluids and faeces due to the risk of infection and exposure to diseases. Direct exposure to body fluid spills do not result in infection. In general, the risk of human infection from spills is very low. However, risk of contracting a disease from direct contact to blood, urine, vomit and faeces is based on many factors, including but not limited to the following:

• The infectious agent involved
• Duration and type of exposure
• The amount of body fluids/faeces involved in the exposure
• The amount of infectious agent in the body fluids/faeces at the time of exposure

The 3 main diseases that can be transmitted by exposure to body fluids are:

AIDS

Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome AIDS is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). HIV destroys a specific defence cell in the body called a CD4 helper lymphocyte. These lymphocytes are the defence cells in the body that fight infections and diseases; HIV destroys these all important lymphocytes. People with the virus will then begin to get serious infections that they normally wouldn’t. This is because they become immune deficient. Symptoms Late stage HIV infection is also known as AIDS infection. Left untreated, HIV will damage your immune system so much that you are likely to develop a serious, life-threatening condition. It typically takes about 10 years for the virus to damage the immune system in this way. Possible symptoms of a serious infection caused by a damaged immune system include:

• Persistent tiredness
• Night sweats
• Unexplained weight loss
• Persistent diarrhoea
• Blurred vision
• White spots on your tongue or mouth
• Dry cough
• Shortness of breath
• A fever of above 37C (100F) that lasts a number of weeks
• Swollen glands that last for more than three months

AIDS-related illnesses, such as TB, pneumonia and some cancers, may occur. Many of these can be treated to some extent and some are likely to improve if you start treatment and your CD4 count increases. Treatment

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is an infectious illness caused by Hepatitis B virus (HBV) which infects the liver of humans, and causes an inflammation called hepatitis. Hepatitis B is one of the most common infectious diseases in the world and is passed from one person to the other through body fluids. Hepatitis B infections are either acute or chronic. Acute infections can last between a few weeks and a few months. It is possible to recover from acute hepatitis B on your own. The infected person can remain healthy without any symptoms while the virus clears from the body. Some will not even know they have been infected. However, until the virus completely gone from the body, it is able to be passed on to others. Chronic hepatitis B is much more serious; if you contract this strain of the disease it will be with you throughout your life and there is a chance you will go on to develop permanent scarring of the liver, called cirrhosis, and you may eventually develop liver cancer. Common Symptoms Symptoms are similar to those of hepatitis A, which include:

• Flu-like symptoms – tiredness, aches and pains, headaches and fever
• Loss of appetite
• Weight loss
• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Stomach pains
• Jaundice

Treatment For chronic hepatitis B infection there are 2 different types of treatment interferon and anti-viral drugs. Interferon is a protein that is naturally produced by your body in response to a viral infection. It works by preventing the virus multiplying inside your cells. Injections of Interferon will prevent further damage to your liver. There can be side effects to taking this treatment, including flu like symptoms, especially in the early stages. These side effects can be severe, so they are not suitable for long-term treatment. Antiviral drugs can also help to stop the virus from multiplying in your body. They include:

• Lamivudine
• Tenofovir
• Entecavir
• Adefovir

HIV

Human Immunodeficiency Virus is a lentivirus that causes AIDS, a condition in humans where a weakened immune system allows life-threatening infections and cancers to swarm the body. Through the transfer of blood, semen, vaginal fluid, pre-ejaculate, or breast milk, HIV is able to be passed along to another person. Within these bodily fluids, HIV will be present as both free virus particles and a virus within infected immune cells. The 1st stage of HIV is known as primary HIV infection. Many people develop symptoms, but might not recognise them. The symptoms of HIV usually occur 2 to 6 weeks after infected with HIV. Symptoms of primary HIV infection:

• A blotchy rash
• Fever
• Joint pain
• Muscle pain
• Sore throat
• Swollen glands
• Tiredness

These symptoms are often very mild, so it is easily mistaken for a cold or glandular fever. However, it is unusual to get these symptoms in conjunction with a rash, so if you are concerned about the risk of HIV infection you should request a test from your GP. After the primary symptoms have dissipated, HIV will often not cause any further symptoms for many years. This is known as asymptomatic HIV infection. However during this time, the virus will still be reproducing and is continuing to damage your immune system. Treatment If you are diagnosed with HIV, you will be referred to an HIV clinic and be offered counselling. You will need to undergo regular blood tests as part of your treatment. The tests are used to measure your CD4 count (this is the number of CD4 cells in your blood) and your viral load (this is the amount of HIV in your blood). This allows the HIV clinic to see the progression of the disease and judge the likelihood that you will develop a HIV-related infection. As a general rule:

• A CD4 count of 500 or above – no risk of HIV-related infection
• A CD4 count of less than 200 – high risk of serious HIV-related infection

There is no cure or vaccine for HIV. However, combination therapy slows the progression of the virus and can prolong life. A combination of medicines is needed because of the adaptive nature of the virus, as it can become resistant to the medication.

Body fluids are liquids originating from inside the bodies of living humans. They include fluids that are excreted or secreted from the body. Human blood, body fluids, and other body tissues are widely recognised as vehicles for the transmission of human disease. Bodily fluid includes the following:

• Aqueous humour and vitreous humour
• Bile
• Blood serum
• Breast milk
• Cerebrospinal fluid
• Cerumen (earwax)
• Endolymph and perilymph
• Female ejaculate
• Gastric juice
• Mucus (including nasal drainage and phlegm)
• Peritoneal fluid
• Pleural fluid
• Saliva
• Sebum (skin oil)
• Semen
• Sweat
• Tears
• Vaginal secretion
• Vomit
• Urine

Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002, employers have a legal duty to protect the health and safety of employees and anyone else that may be on the premises. The clean-up of an incident involving biohazards is down to the person responsible for the premises. If left unattended, bodily fluids such as blood, urine and vomit will often seep into porous materials and areas which are not visible to the untrained eye, making the clean-up extremely difficult and the risk of exposure to infection much greater.