this topic is on hospital house keeping

1. HOSPITAL HOUSE-KEEPING
PRESENTED BY:
MR. M. Shivanandha Reddy

2. Definition:
House keeping is defined as the
provision for a clean, comfortable
and safe environment for the in-
mates of that particular area.

3. • Housekeeping department, is a
unit of a hospital staff responsible for
cleaning the hospital premises and
furnishings, including
controlling pathogenic organisms.

4. Objectives /Goals:
1) To leave a clean polished surface where possible, so
that dirt may not be accumulated.
2) To remove all dust, dirt and breeding places of
micro – organisms with the least disturbance to the
patient.
3) To prolong the life of the articles.
4) To keep the articles in such a condition that they
are ready for use at any time.
5. To maintain the aesthetic factors.

5. Components Of House Keeping
• Adequate water supply
• Clean & appealing toilets
• Sanitation & cleanliness
• Proper disposal of BMW
• Hospital infection control
• Pest and rodent control
• Odor control
• Appealing interior & lighting

6. Principles And Guidelines Of Good
House Keeping
1) The dusting can be done best by a damp
duster or by an oiled cloth. A dry duster
scatters the dust.
2) Dusting is done after sweeping and not
before
3) Soap and water are used for cleaning.
4) Friction aids in mechanical cleaning. Use
brush when cleaning a grooved surface..

7. 5) Abrasives are harmful to the painted and polished
surface
6) Albuminous materials (e.g., body discharges) are
coagulated by the heat. So, it should be removed
with cold water
7) Bacteria grow in dark, moist and unclean places
8) Exposure to sunlight destroys some bacteria

8. 9) Disinfection by chemicals depends upon the
cleanliness of the article, the strength of the
disinfectant and the length of exposure.
10) Effective sterilization depends upon the
cleanliness of the articles, the degree of heat
and the length of exposure
11) Heat, chemicals, abrasives and solvents are
harmful to some materials.

9. 12) Choosing the correct and the simplest method
of cleaning, saves time, material and energy
13) Equipment suitable for the purpose for which it
is used and in good condition, conveniently
located and arranged, saves time material and
energy.
14) The cleaning articles are stored in a place only
for that purpose. Leave the unit neat and tidy
always

10. CARE OF RUBBER GOODS

11. The rubber goods in common use are :
• Mackintosh
• Aircushions
• Hot water bottles
• Ice caps
• Rubber tubes and catheters
• Gloves
• Rubber beds / air beds/ air mattress.

12. Principles of care:
• Natural and synthetic rubber deteriorate with age,
exposure to heat, light, moistures and by
chemicals.
• They should not be folded. Avoid exposure to
sunlight.
• Rubber good should never be dried by artificial
heat, nor by contact with the radiator or stove.
• It should be free from Greece and acids.

13. • If autoclaving is used, short periods of
exposure are recommended (10-15 minutes).
• They should not be pressed out of shape by
any weight.
• Should not be tied in knots
• Should not be hung on hook or nails

14. Cleaning of rubber mackintosh:
1) Spread the mackintosh on the table or a flat
surface and wet it with cold water
2) Rub the upper surface with soap and water using
a clean cloth or towel.
3) Turn the other side and repeat the same process.
4)Wash both the surfaces under running water
5) If strains are present to be removed.

15. 5) For disinfection use Lyzol Or Dettol 1:40
6) Hang them on a horizontal cylindrical pole
under shade
7) If Both surfaces absolutely dry powder them.
8) Store them flat or rolled, never folded.
9) Store them in a dark cool place.

16. Care of Rubber Gloves:
1) It is desired that the wearer of the gloves should
wash them on their hands just before they are
removed to prevent adherence of blood.
2) After removing from the hands, they are washed
with soap and cold water, first on the outside then
invert and repeat on the inside.
3) Rinse well with water both inside and outside
4) Holes and tears are discovered by submerging the
glove filled with air in the water. separate the torn
gloves.

17. 5) Hang them to dry.
6) When out side is dry Turn inside out and dry
7) When both sides are dry, powdered inside and
outside and packed in pairs of the same size , right
and left gloves in a pair.
8) Steam under pressure is the best method of
sterilizing gloves. the pressure should be kept
minimum to avoid melting.

18. Care of Rubber Tubes(catheters,
rectal tubes, flatus tubes, ryles tubes,
infusion sets)
1) After use, wash them under running water
2) A small quantity of organic matter may be
lodged at the eye end. Remove them using a
swab stick
3) Clean them with the soap and warm water
4) Wash them again under running water

19. 5) Boile the tubes for 5 minutes by putting them
in the boiled water.
6) Dry it by hanging
7) When dried, powdered and store them in air
tight container, lengthwise.
8) Re boil or autoclave them before use.

20. Care Of Air Cushion & Rubber Bed / Air
Mattress
• To clean the air cushion and air bed, don’t pour
water into them. It is sufficient to clean the
outside.
• During cleaning it should not be filled with air, as
air filled items can crack easily by pressure.
• The valves of the air cushions or air beds should
never be immersed in water, as it makes them
rusted and damage the item.
• Store them after slightly inflating them to avoid
the sticking of two surfaces.

21. Care Of Hot Water Bottle & Ice Cap
• Empty the contents immediately after use.
• Wash and dry as of the other rubber goods.
• Hang the bags upside down to drain the water.
• The ice caps which can not be hung are dried
with a piece of cloth.
• When the bags are completely dried , inflate
them with air and store in a cool, dry area.