Multiple use instruments not cleaned and disinfected after each client. Facility did not discard single-use instruments immediately following each client use.
Diseases resulting from similar errors in infection control may include:
Duty Officer
Public Health Inspector
905-980-6000 ext. 7590, toll free 1-888-505-6074
inspect@niagararegion.ca
A complaint was identified from a member of the public on April 11, 2019, related to infection prevention and control concerns.
An initial onsite investigation was conducted on April 11, 2019.
An investigation report was given to the premise / facility noting corrective measures. Information and education was provided.
Issue | Correction | Date Corrected |
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Multiple use instruments not cleaned and disinfected after each client. | Clean and disinfect all multiple-use instruments following use on a client. | April 11, 2019 |
Facility did not discard single-use instruments immediately following each client use. | Discard single-use instruments immediately following each client use. | April 11, 2019 |
Expired disinfectant observed on-site. | Use disinfectant that has not expired. | April 11, 2019 |
Single-use paper towels not available in staff/public washroom. | Provide single-use paper towels in the washroom provided. | April 11, 2019 |
In the event that a direct health risk is identified for clients who visited this establishment, Niagara Region Public Health will contact those at risk with advice around any medical follow-up.
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