Hospital infection rates down but has it been easy?

5/1/2012 12:25 PM EST

The Health Protection Agency has now been monitoring rates of hospital acquired infections, including MRSA, since April 2001. The HPA data capture system has become increasingly detailed with full analysis reports published quarterly and compared to previous periods.

Reported cases of MRSA fortunately continue to decline, the latest report declaring 916 reported MRSA outbreaks between January and September 2011.

This is great news but the reality is that these improvements have only resulted from serious constant attention to the issue from health professionals and cleaning contractors alike.

A case in point is the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospital that had been named as one of the poorest performing in the UK.

Following a serious review of cleaning standards the hospital has cut overall infection rates by more than 80% and has been named a centre of excellence. The infection control director invested in cleaning standards and introduced a hydrogen peroxide mist...

Flour can seriously damage your health – the risks you can’t see!

4/2/2012 7:31 AM EST

Specialist Industrial Vacuum Manufacturer Nilfisk-CFM discuss the dangers of flour dust.
Slips and trips are the most common cause of major injuries at work and 90% of those...

New Outdoor Division for Nilfisk

4/2/2012 7:02 AM EST

The Nilfisk group have announced the creation of a totally new division worldwide. The Outdoor Division will extend the...

Steve Harrington appointed to Nilfisk Direct Sales Manager

4/2/2012 6:27 AM EST

Nilfisk UK has announced a major change to its direct sales structure with the appointment of Steve Harrington to the...

Nilfisk acquire ICM, Industrial Cleaning Machines

4/2/2012 6:20 AM EST

The Nilfisk Group have acquired the Midlands based Company ICM - Industrial Cleaning Machines. ICM were established in 1986 and specialise in the sales and service of industrial...

Strata Panels UK donates furniture to Upwood Pre-School & Primary

4/2/2012 5:26 AM EST

Strata Panels UK, based on Warboys Airfield Industrial Estate, has donated classroom and office furniture to Upwood...

Integra ICT acquire Applied IT Solutions

4/2/2012 5:18 AM EST

Integra ICT, the Communications Specialist, has announced the acquisition of Hitchin based Applied IT Solutions...

Coloured bespoke Joinery – From Bathrooms to Bedrooms

3/20/2012 10:26 AM EST

A Cambridgeshire based Joinery Company, Strata Panels, is now specialising in bespoke contract furniture made to last with quality hinges and runners.

Individual furniture sets,...

NEW WEBSITE REVOLUTIONISES WEDDING PLANNING

2/14/2012 11:00 AM EST

This Valentine’s Day has seen the launch of a new website, www.unitedbrides.com a place for brides-to-be to make...

Drain & Pipe Cleaning made Easy

1/19/2012 8:52 AM EST

Nilfisk-ALTO have a range of accessories for special application cleaning. Video demonstrates the cleaning of drains and pipes using a Nilfisk-ALTO Pressure Washer fitted with an...

Contract Bedroom Furniture for the Care Industry

Lower value Contract Furniture made to last!

1/11/2012 11:22 AM EST

A Cambridgeshire based Joinery Company, Strata Panels, is now specialising in contract furniture made to last with...

45 Student Bedrooms in 7 days –London Universities

1/11/2012 8:07 AM EST

A Cambridgeshire based Joinery Company have installed contract bedroom furniture in 45 student rooms at Herbal Hill,...

Cyclone 4500 high pressure street machine

New Outdoor Division for Nilfisk

12/21/2011 10:23 AM EST

The Nilfisk group has announced the creation of an Outdoor Division offering a new range of utility machines suitable...

Nilfisk strengthens UK Sales Team with 3 new heads

12/7/2011 5:22 AM EST

Nilfisk UK have strengthened their national sales team with 3 new strategic appointments.
John Golding has joined...

Joinery Company raises Christmas Cheer at Van Hage Peterborough

11/23/2011 10:52 AM EST

Joinery Company, Strata Panels UK are raising some Christmas cheer at the Van Hage Garden Centre in Peterborough.
Voted...

Local Joinery Company raises Christmas Cheer at Van Hage Peterborough

11/21/2011 11:00 AM EST

Local Joinery Company, Strata Panels UK are raising some Christmas cheer at the Van Hage Garden Centre in...

Safe Cleaning – Be mindful of that ATEX Standard!

11/21/2011 10:24 AM EST

A huge legal responsibility lies on those responsible for cleaning up industrial dusts and other materials within...

Safe Cleaning – Be mindful of that ATEX Standard!

11/21/2011 9:49 AM EST

A huge legal responsibility lies on those responsible for cleaning up industrial dusts and other materials within...

Nilfisk excel at DEFRA approved water efficient Scrubber Dryers

11/17/2011 9:42 AM EST

With 50% of the UK’s fossil fuel carbon emissions coming from businesses and industrial processes, the Government had...

Golffish launch Unique Business Introduction Service

11/16/2011 11:35 AM EST

A Cambridgeshire based Company, Golffish, has launched a unique business introduction service.
The personal...

Sustainability – Do we know what it really means?

11/16/2011 11:12 AM EST

Sustainability is in danger of becoming one of those meaningless words. One that is overused, sprinkled liberally...

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