Domestic Services at Ashford and St. Peter’s

About the Service

Internal Team providing a professional, efficient and flexible cleaning and housekeeping service to all Wards and Departments.
 
Cleaning of all wards, departments and offices including isolation cleaning.
Collection and disposal of all rubbish including clinical waste from local wate bins.
Replenish all disposable items i.e. soap, towels etc.
Provide 24-hour emergency cleaning service.
Removal and re-hanging of ad-hoc curtains.
Report vermin infestation to pest control officer.
Grounds rubbish and cleaning duties.
Low grade maintenance e.g. changing of ceiling tiles.
  

Standard

·          Cleaning and inspections to be in accordance with NHS Estates standards for Cleaner Hospitals Initiative.

·          Cleaning to comply with Infection Control, Health & Safety directives and cleaning definitions framework.

·          Cleaning to be carried out in a manner, which minimises disruption to the function of the hospital, its patients, staff and visitors.

Further Information

Please contact the nearest staff member to report any cleaning incidents at the Trust.


News Articles

02/09/09: Local Hospital is Going Green
30/04/09: Man on a Mission!

13/10/08: Healthcare Commission lifts hygiene code improvement notice
01/09/08: Trust takes Control of Infection seriously
06/08/08: Pests and cleanliness are under control at ASPH
18/04/08: Clean Your Hands campaign stepped up
01/04/08: Deep clean completed on time