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Housekeepinginhospitals
Vol.3No.7July2006

Introduction

Cleanliness

Maintenance

LinenManagement

WasteManagement

PestControl
DearReaders,
InfectionControl
Housekeepingisaverycriticalfunctioninhospitals.Thisissuewebringyouavarietyofarticleswhichcan
SafetyandSecurity
addvaluestomanagingthisimportantaspectwithinyourhospital.Themainfunctionsofhousekeepingis
overallcleanliness,ensuringmaintenanceofthebuildinganditsinfrastructure,linenmanagement,waste InteriorDecoration

management, pest control, infection control, safety and security of the patients as well as the HousekeepingManagement
infrastructure and interior decoration. All this ensures the ambience promotes a healing environment. Recruitment
Eventhoughoutsourcingisanoptionavailableforhousekeepingifonedecidedtohavehousekeepingas
Records
a department within the hospital it needs to be managed well. For this articles are provided from
JobDescription
recruitment,tomaintainingrecords,jobdescriptions,totrainingavailableforhousekeepers.
Training
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Introduction

Hospitalisaplace,whichrendersmedicalservicetothepatients.Theroleofhousekeepinginhospitalsistocreateapeaceful,infection
andpleasantatmosphererequiredforthespeedyrecoveryofthepatients.Itshouldalsocreateahomelyatmosphereforthepatients.

Housekeeping refers to the general cleaning of hospitals and clinics, including the floors, walls, and certain types of equipment, tables an
othersurfaces.Thepurposeofgeneralhousekeepingisto:

reducethenumberofmicroorganismsthatmaycomeincontactwithpatients,visitors,staffandthecommunityand
provideacleanandpleasantatmosphereforpatientsandstaff.

INTRODUCTIONTOHOUSEKEEPING

Abstract:
Thisarticlegivesabriefintroductiontotheaimsandtheobjectivesofsettingupahousekeepingdepartmentinahospital.Italsotel
aboutthehousekeepingdepartmentalstructure,thejobresponsibilitiesofthehousekeepingstaff,etc.

HOUSEKEEPINGINEYEHOSPITALS

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Cleanliness(systems,products,scheduling)

Ahospitalhastobecleaninordertopreventinfectionandprovidequalityservice.Cleanlinessistheabsenceofdirt,includingdust,stainsan
bad smells. In more recent times, since the germ theory of disease, it has also come to mean an absence of germs and other hazardou
materials."CleanlinessisnexttoGodliness,"acommonphrase,describeshumanity'shighopinionofbeingclean.

BASICCLEANINGMETHODSPARTI

Abstract:
Thisarticledetailsthevariousmethodologiesinvolvedintheprocessofdustfreemaintenanceinhousekeeping.

BASICCLEANINGMETHODSPARTII

Abstract:
Thisarticlebriefsaboutvariouskindsofstainsinhospitalsetupandhowtoremovethem.

USINGAVACUUMCLEANER

Abstract:
This article tells in detail about how to use the vacuum cleaner providing a dust free surrounding in the hospital. It also tells in deta
aboutthecleaningprocessandproceduresandthemethodsofcleaningwhileusingthevacuumcleaner.

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Maintenancemeanspreservingandkeepingthingsingoodworkingcondition,throughprevention,detectionandcorrectionoffaults,damag
and wear. The best way to preserve infrastructure and equipment and keep everything running efficiently is to do maintenance checks
regularintervalsandrepairanypartsthatarelikelytowearoutorhavewornout.Theseinspectionsmustbedonebycompetentandproper
trainedpeople.

Importanceofmaintenance

Thebuildingandequipmentshouldbereadyforuseatalltimes.
Qualityofcareaswellasproductivitydependpartlyonthebuildingandequipmentbeingingoodconditionatalltimes
Thebuildingandtheequipmenthavebeenheavilyinvestedinandshouldbewelltakencareoftoensurelongevity.

GENERALMAINTENANCEDEPARTMENT

Abstract:
Thisarticledescribesindetailaboutthegeneralmaintenancedepartmentformaintainingtheinfrastructureneedsandrequirementsof
hospital.

MAINTENANCEOFDRINKINGWATER:

Abstract:
This article details the necessary steps to be followed for cleaning the water supplies to provide the clean and disease free hygien
drinkingwaterinahospitalsetting.

EQUIPMENTNEEDEDFORHOUSEKEEPING

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Thisarticletellsindetailabouttheequipmentalneedsformaintainingcleanandhygienichospitalsurroundings.

OPHTHALMICINSTRUMENTANDEQUIPMENTAHANDBOOKONCAREANDMAINTENANCE

Abstract:
This manual provides information on the general maintenance of the ophthalmic instruments and equipments, its managemen
maintenanceprotocolwithsomesimpleelectricalcalculations.

MAKINGTHEEQUIPMENTLASTLONGERANDFUNCTIONBETTERNEEDFORINHOUSEMAINTENANCE

Abstract:
This articles deals with the procedures to be followed in maintaining the ophthalmic equipment and provides some tips in maintainin
them.

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OneoftheimportantjobsoftheHousekeepingDepartmentisclothesandlinenmanagement.Thisinvolvesallfunctionsfrompurchaseofline
tolaunderingtocondemnation.Inahospitaldifferenttypesofclothesandlinenareused.Thetheatregownswornbydoctorsandpatients,th
doctorscoats,bedsheets,additionalsheetsandpillowcovers.Inadditiontothese,wealsohavenapkins,towels,handtowels,tablecover
curtains,andcushioncovers.ItisthejoboftheHousekeepingDepartmenttoensurecleanandhygienicwashingofalltheseitems,andthe
distributingthemtodifferentareasofthehospital.

LINENMANAGEMENT

Abstract:
Thisarticledescribesindetailtheprocessoflinenmanagement,includingtherequirements,proceduresandrecordkeeping.

LAUNDRYANDLINENSERVICES

Abstract:
Thisarticledescribesindetailabouttheprocessandtheproceduresthathavetobefollowedbythelaundryandlinenserviceemployee
inthehospital.Italsotellsindetailabouttheprecautiousstepsthatcanbefollowedwhileperformingsuchservices.

MAKINGTHEBED

Abstract:
Thisarticletalksindetailabouttheimportanceofproperbedmakinginhospitals.

ENVIRONMENTALIMPROVEMENTSINLAUNDRYEQUIPMENTANDPRODUCTS

Abstract:
ThisarticleprovidesindetailabouthowtheLaundrymanagementplaysavitalroleinHousekeeping.Italsodealswiththetechnologic
improvementintheLaundryEquipmentsandhowtechnologycanbeefficientlyusedinprovidinggoodservice.

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Wasteconstitutesaproblem,thesizeoftheproblemvaryingwiththesizeoftheinstitution,becausewastemustbedisposedofeconomical
and efficiently, and in a sanitary way. Safety against fire, prevention of crosscontamination by infectious materials, odor control, and pe
control are all included in waste disposal procedures. A carefully planned program of waste disposal will safeguard not only personnel an
patientbutalsothecommunity.

WASTEMANAGEMENT

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Abstract:
Thisarticletalksindetailaboutthebiomedicalandotherwastethatcausepollutionandinfectiontothehumansintheenvironment
surroundings. It also describes about the precautious steps that can be taken for efficiently disposing the medical wastage to avo
infection.

WASTEREDUCTIONANDDISPOSALOPTIONSFORSPECIFICHOSPITALWASTES

Abstract:
Thisarticleprovidesindetailaboutthevarietyofwastesgeneratedinthehospitalsthatrequirespecialwastemanagementtechniquef
providinghealthyenvironment.ItalsoprovidesaFactSheetthatpresentswastereductionopportunitiessuchassourcereduction,reus
andrecyclingaswellaswastedisposaloptionsforvariousmaterialsgeneratedathospitals.

COSTSRELATEDTOHEALTHCAREWASTEMANAGEMENT

Abstract:
This article provides in detail about the costs of construction, operation, and maintenance of system for managing healthcare waste
hospitals.Italsodescribesonhowwecaneffectiveplanthecostrequirementforwastemanagement.

ATQMAPPROACHTOIMPLEMENTATIONOFHANDLINGANDMANAGEMENTOFHOSPITALWASTEINTATAMAINHOSPITAL

Abstract:
ThisarticledealswithTotalQualityManagementoftheBiomedicalwasted.Italsoprovidesindetailtheprocessofwastemanagementb
collectingthesourceofwastes,analyzinghowthewastescanbedisposedoff.

BIOMEDICALWASTEMANAGEMENT:ANINFRASTRUCTURALSURVEYOFHOSPITALS

Abstract:
This article is a study of hospitals carried out from various sectors like Government, Private, Charitable institutions etc. to assess th
infrastructural requirement for Biomedical Waste Management. It also describes in detail the cost estimation worked out for a hospit
where all infrastructure as per each and every requirement of BMW rules had been implemented and then it was compared with othe
hospitalswherehospitalshavemadecompromisesoneachstageofBMWMgt.

HEALTHCAREWASTEMANAGEMENT

Abstract:
Thisarticleprovidesindetailaboutthevarietyofwastesgeneratedinthehospitalsthatrequirespecialwastemanagementtechniquef
providinghealthyenvironment.ItalsoprovidesafactSheetthatpresentswastereductionopportunitiessuchassourcereduction,reus
andrecyclingaswellaswastedisposaloptionsforthefollowingmaterialsgeneratedathospitals.

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PestControl

No matter how clean one keeps ones surroundings, you cannot avoid the uninvited guests the pests. It is not only embarrassing but als
speaks badly of a hospital where one sees rats, cockroaches, and lizards running around. Pest Control is another major job of th
HousekeepingDepartment.Wehaveprovidedarticleswhichdiscussesaboutafewcommonpestsandmethodsofcontrollingthem.

PESTCONTROL

Abstract:
This article describes in detail the need for pest control and lists the various processes, procedures and techniques involved in pe
control.

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InfectionControl

Inordertoprovidebetterandsaferhospitalfacilitiesforitspatientsandpersonnel,theHealthCareInstitutionhastoadoptaprogramme
infectioncontrolinvolvingallsectionsoftheHealthCareCentre.

Asatisfactoryinfectioncontrolprogrammerequiresthecooperationofallpersonnelinvolvedwithpatients.Anybreakintechniqueorlapse
disciplineonthepartofonepersoncanrendertheeffortsofanumberofconscientiousindividualsineffective.Itisonlythroughcooperativ
effortsofeverymemberofthestaffthatinfectionscanbeprevented.

INFECTIONCONTROL

Abstract:
This article talks in detail about the causes for infection. This article also highlights the need and objectives of the infection contr
program. It describes the precautious steps to be taken to avoid infection. It also describes how the housekeeping department plays
vital role in infection control. It also tells in detail the procedures and processing steps handled by the housekeeping department
infectioncontrolathospitals.

STERILISATIONINOPHTHALMICPRACTICE

Abstract:
Provides an overview of the role and importance of sterilization and its different types as well as presents details of equipmentspecif
sterilizationtechniques,bestpractices,precautionsandpoliciesrelatingtosterilizationintheOperatingroomsandtipsonhowtopreve
infectionsfromspreadinginhospitalunits.

STERILIZATIONFORINSTRUMENTS

Abstract:
Thisprotocoldealswithhowtosterilizetheequipmentsandinstrumentstoavoidinfectionsoranotherproblemsduringtreatmentwi
theseinstruments.Sterilizingtheequipmentsandinstrumentsisverydifficultjobtomaintain.Itinvlolveshowtosterilizetheinstrumen
duringsurgery,howtosharpenthemetc.

GUIDELINESONPREVENTIONANDCONTROLOFHOSPITALASSOCIATEDINFECTIONS

Abstract:
This article provides as a guideline for infection control in the hospital. It also highlights the various sources that cause infectio
magnitudeoftheproblem,rolesandtheresponsibilitiesoftheHealthCareprofessionalsforinfectioncontrolinhospitals.

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SafetyandSecurity

Everyoneinahealthcarefacilityshouldbeconsciousofsafetyhazards.Somehazardsexistbecauseofthenatureoftheseinstitutionsothe
aretheresultofcarelessness.Jointactionbyallpersonnelisrequiredtoreduceaccidents.

HOUSEKEEPINGANDSECURITY

Abstract:
Thisarticletalksindetailabouttheimportanceofhousekeepingdepartmentinprovidingsafeandsecureenvironmentinthehospitals.
alsogivesindetailaboutthefirstaidandotherprecautionactivities.

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InteriorDecoration

Interior decoration is the embellishment of a shelter by the addition of a complex of furnishings, art, and crafts, appropriately combined
achieve a planned result or design. The following are some of the factors that influence the specific decoration or design chosen for a
institution.

Purposeofthebuildinganditscomponentparts.
Geographicandclimaticfactors
Traditionsofthebuildingsusers.
Availabilityofmaterials
Prevailingsocioeconomicconditionsinthearea.

INTERIORDECORATION

Abstract:
Thisarticledescribesindetailaboutthevariousactivatesinvolvedinprovidingapleasingambienceinahospital.

HORTICULTUREANDGARDENMAINTENANCE

Abstract:
This article provides a guideline for horticulture and details how gardening plays a vital role in maintaining the fresh and hygien
atmosphereofahospital.

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HOUSEKEEPINGMANAGEMENT

Abstract:
This article details the steps involved in organizing a housekeeping department in a hospital, such as infrastructure in terms
equipments, resources, etc. This article also briefs about the orientation, training, organizational structure and job responsibilities
housekeepingdepartment.

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To fulfill the obligation of maintaining a safe, pleasant and functional environment for patients and staff, the person responsible f
housekeepingshouldhavethefollowingabilitiesandskills:

Basicknowledgeofhealthcarehygieneandsanitation
Abilitytoplan,administeranddevelopallphasesofacomprehensivehousekeepingprogrammethatwillprovideasuitableenvironme
fortheinstitutionsmedicalandadministrativeactivities
Demonstrationofpersonalqualitiesofleadershipandskillincoordinatingamajoractivitywithintheadministrativeprogramme
Generalworkingknowledgeofcleaningoperationsandinteriordecoration
Generalworkingknowledgeofcleaningoperationsandinteriordecoration
Abilitytoassign,superviseandevaluatetheworkofsubordinatesupervisorsandtheirpersonnel
Abilitytodevelopthedepartmentalbudgetandtodirecttheexpenditureofmonies.

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Records

Records form the memory of any business they are the written evidence of performance. Sometimes a record may be the evidence
nonperformance, as well! Good records, simple and up to date, along with a procedure manual, make it possible for the housekeepin
departmenttofunctionunderasubstituteduringtheabsenceoftheexecutivehousekeeper.Theserecordsandproceduresareaprotectionth
housekeeperowestotheadministration.

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Ajobdescriptionisawrittenstatementoutliningtheduties,responsibilities,andspecificationsofajob.Itshouldbegeneralinnature,and
nottobeconfusedwiththestepbystepworkproceduresusedfortrainingandstandardization.Thejobdescriptionisavaluableaidinfilling
position,sinceitprovidestheimportantfactsthatmakeitpossibletoselectthepersonbestqualified,andhelpstheprospectiveemployee
knowwhetherhewillbehappyinthejob.

Asamplejobdescriptionofsenior,midlevelandjuniorHousekeepersareofferedbelowforyourreference.

HOUSEKEEPINGJOBDESCRIPTION

Abstract:
ThisisamodeljobdescriptionfortheHousekeepersinanEyeHospital.Itclearlyfocusesthedutiesofthehousekeepingstaffs,andho
tomanagethedutiesinanorganizedway.

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CRAFTSMENTRAININGSCHEME(CTS)

Abstract:
Thisarticleisatoolforprovidingtrainingtothecraftsmaninthehospital.

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VISION2020UK:

VISION2020UKisanumbrellaorganisationwhichfacilitatesgreatercollaborationandcooperationbetweenorganisationswithintheUKwhic
focusonvisualimpairmentandoperateonanational,regionalorinternationalbasis.

VISION2020UKsobjectivesare:

Topreventavoidableblindness
Toimprovethequalityofservicestovisuallyimpairedpeople
Toimprovethetrainingavailabletoprofessionalsprovidingadviceandservices
ToimprovecommunicationbetweenorganisationswithintheVISector
Toimprovetheavailabilityofinformationtovisuallyimpairedpeople
Toensurethatthevoicesofthevisuallyimpairedareheardwhenplanningservicesandtheiropinionssoughtonkeyissuesaffectingthe
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providevisualimpairmentsectorrepresentativesforconsultationgroups,workingpartiesandprojectgroups.

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