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Articles by Steroplast Healthcare
Articles by Steroplast Healthcare
19 January 2022
Martyn’s Law: What Must UK Business Owners Do?
The 2017 Manchester Arena attack killed 22 people and left hundreds injured, encouraging a new anti-terror legislation (Martyn’s Law) to increase the security measures in public places and venues going forward. Read this article to learn more about how this will change the future of venue security and how you can prepare your business for the new legislation.
11 December 2021
The Public Access Trauma (PAcT) First Aid Kit: What Business Owners Need to Know
In response to recent terror attacks, including the Manchester Arena Bombing, the National Counter Terrorism Security Office, in collaboration with medical experts, has launched a Public Access Trauma (PAcT) First Aid Kit. The kit is designed to support members of the public with first aid for terrorism-related injuries when emergency services aren’t nearby.
In this article, we’ll cover exactly what you need to do as a business owner or operator to prepare a first aid response for a terror attack.
12 October 2021
Biohazard Waste Bags: Definition and Guidance
Biohazard waste bags are important for making sure that potentially dangerous waste material is disposed of properly and doesn’t end up hurting people, animals, or the environment. If you run a business in the UK you have a duty of care to responsibly dispose of biohazardous waste, otherwise, you could be fined or prosecuted.
In this article, we clarify what a biohazardous waste bag is used for and who needs to use them.
11 October 2021
A Guide to Disposable Face Mask Use
In 2021, we’ve become accustomed to checking our bags for our face masks or grabbing one before leaving the house in the morning, and with good reason. Face masks have been scientifically proven to stem the spread of Covid-19 by reducing the number of infectious moisture droplets transmitted between people through coughing, sneezing, talking, and exhaling.
In a study published by Scientific Reports, participants wearing a surgical mask or KN95 mask were found to emit 60% fewer airborne particles than those who didn’t wear one. Wearing a mask is proven to reduce particle transmission, but in order to achieve the most effective protection, different types of masks are required in different situations.
In this article, we’ll explain what different types of masks are used for, and what harmful materials masks can protect against.
12 September 2021
Does Hand Sanitiser Kill Viruses? What Else is it Effective Against?
Is hand sanitiser effective? The question is on everyone’s minds while we each do our part to overcome Covid-19. When asking ‘does hand sanitiser work?’ the answer depends on what you’re trying to achieve. For many people, the primary objective of using hand gel is to prevent cross-contamination of the Covid-19 virus. The truth is that hand sanitiser is highly effective at killing bacteria, fungi, and other viruses too.
12 September 2021
A Ringworm Cleaning Protocol For Veterinary Exam Rooms
Dermatophytosis, otherwise known as Ringworm, is a fungal infection that can attack the fur and skin of dogs and cats. Ringworm has a high infection rate because of how easy it is to pass through contact but also fomites. Manhattan Cats found that “50% of people exposed to infected cats develop ringworm lesions and that in approximately 70% of all households with an infected cat, at least one person became infected.”
24 August 2021
5 Household Hazards you need to consider before getting a new dog
Are you thinking about getting a new dog? We want to bring your awareness to some hidden household hazards which you may want to consider before welcoming a new dog into your home. Read more about the toxic foods, poisonous plants and electrical hazards that could put your new pet in danger...
24 August 2021
A veterinary clinic cleaning protocol: What it is and what to consider
With the number of people and animals that pass through veterinary clinics daily, it is all too easy for germs and infections to spread. We have created this guide so that if you work in a veterinary clinic, you know what a cleaning protocol is and what to consider when creating one.
22 August 2021
How to Dispose of Biohazard Waste Bags
Biohazard waste consists of body fluids like urine and blood, along with any tools, equipment or materials that have been contaminated with body fluids, like needles. Biohazard waste can’t be disposed of in the General Waste due to the potential of coming into contact with people or animals that could be infected or get ill.
It is vital that biohazardous waste is disposed of responsibly. We use bright yellow and orange coloured waste bags to help waste disposal staff quickly identify hazardous clinical waste. Here’s what to do with a biohazard bag of waste.
22 August 2021
Cat First Aid: What to do in an Emergency
Cat owners are likely used to living with an animal that enjoys his or her own space from time to time. But when a critical moment strikes your cat will need you more than ever. Being prepared for the possibility of an injury or illness is the best thing you can do for your cat.
This guide will explain the basics of cat first aid to help you support your cat in the moments before it can be seen by a vet.