Healthcare Houekeeping & Hygiene
Mohana M, Editor, Clean India Journal and Director of Communications, Conferences & Projects shares her experience of having visited over 90 hospitals worldwide and discovering that temperature regulation in OT is controlled via HVAC and any change would result in immediate spreading of infection. Hospital bed tables used to serve food to patients on IV in their rooms, are not cleaned regularly.
Incorporating devices to monitor temperature at various sections in healthcare, using latest technology to ensure hygiene in OT and adding SOPs to clean hospital bed tables were some of the mitigation measures received from the audience to solve the conundrum of negligence in healthcare.
In essence, housekeeping in healthcare is not just about cleanliness; it is a fundamental component of infection control, patient safety, and operational efficiency. By prioritizing rigorous housekeeping practices, healthcare facilities can enhance the quality of care and contribute to better health outcomes for their patients.
Partying the night before was certainly not a deterrent in attending the morning session of Day Two. The hall was filled with eager delegates waiting to listen to Yogi Vinay Khurana from Haridwar. Once everyone was assured that the session did not involve getting down to floor level, curiosity was coupled with a desire to participate. In a brief session, the transformative power of Sound Healing was evident. With his calm demeanour Yogi Vinay brought a sense of tranquillity to body, mind and soul. Truly a great way to begin the day!
You do not have to look into a crystal ball to predict the future of Housekeeping. Each stage of progress runs parallel to each other and follows a scheduled timeline. In a Talk Show titled ‘A Whole New World’ and hosted by Tulsi Khandelwal – Assistant Manager Communications and Conferences, Editorial Assistant – Clean India Journal, experts explained how it works by simply thinking ahead and planning in advance.
AUTOMATION of Housekeeping Tasks allows progress to be continually monitored and productivity to be maximized. Bharti Kalappa – Head Facilities, Noida International Airport, shared her experience with automation and the benefits it brings. Automation involved using technology to perform tasks with minimal Human Intervention. It encompasses a range of solutions from simple tools to complex robotics and artificial intelligence. In cleaning operations, automation can include robotic cleaners, smart inventory systems, AI driven scheduling tools and more. Delving into automation brings in vast benefits in scheduling complexities, operational inefficiencies and inconsistent cleaning standards. Looking ahead, we can expect advancements in AI, IoT, and robotics to further transform cleaning operations.
Cleaning and maintaining residential and commercial buildings is a Herculean task. MECHANIZATION helps to achieve this with high efficiency and minimum effort. Varun Handa – Sr. Business Development Manager, Building Service Contractors & Hospitality, Karcher India detailed the benefits of mechanization regarding health and safety as well as sustainability. In totality, mechanized cleaning is cost-effective without sacrificing the quality of the Guest Experience. There is a plethora of mechanized cleaning programs designed for the Hospitality industry.
