Helapet Blog

Friday 20 August 2010

Protect endoscopes and stop the spread of infection

Using a filter to protect endoscopes and sigmoidoscopes from contamination aids infection control and avoids cross contamination between patients.

Helapet compact filters prevent the back flow of body fluids during patient examination from contaminating expensive equipment whilst maintaining the performance of the scopes.

Helapet manufacture a 25mm diameter filter designed especially for use with endoscopes and sigmoidoscopes. By using hydrophobic glass fibre media this filter is resistant to the moisture of bodily fluids. Our sealed housing also provides a safe method of disposal for staff by preventing contact with contamination upon removal between patients.

The use of a filter to protect patents is recommended by the MHRA in a recent alert issued on the 14th July 2010 (Reference MDA/2010/060) to aid in preventing cross-contamination between patients and the spread of HCAI by changing a filter for each patient.

For more information and to order contact 0800 0328 428 quoting part number FH5073 or visit our website www.filterdevices.co.uk to find out how Helapet can provide a solution to your filtration needs.

Wednesday 18 August 2010

Kathryn Miles Poster winners

Posters were presented at the APT conference and exhibition 2010 which was held in Chester.

Many congratulations to Sally Kemp and Elizabeth Fidler who were presented with 1st prize for their poster entitled: ‘Standardising Training and Accreditation within a nationally recognised framework using Pre and In process Checking (PIPC) as a model’.

2nd prize was awarded to Theresa Leach for her poster entitled ‘The impact of the implementation of a prescription tracking system on dispensary services improving and communicating prescription processing times’. Theresa is Technician Team and Dispensary Manager at Worthing and Southlands hospital.

3rd prize went to Sean Brock for his poster ‘Improving Patient Safety’. Sean is based at North Tyneside General Hospital.

More information and copies of the posters and extracts will be posted shortly on our resource website. www.helapet.net

Tuesday 17 August 2010

Do your Cleanroom cleaners leave sticky residues?

A common side effect from using biocides to control microbial organisms in Cleanroom environments is the build up of sticky residues on floors and surfaces. Using Stericlean rotational cleaning regime can help you to avoid the build up of these residues.

Stericlean neutral detergent will effectively remove dirt and residual chemicals without damaging worktops and surfaces. Use Stericlean alcohol to ensure detergent residues are removed prior to applying Bio I or Bio II for effective disinfection of Cleanroom areas.

Alcohols should be used in between detergents and biocides to remove the build up of sticky residues which can make floors look dirty and cause foaming and slippery surfaces.

For more information on our SteriClean rotational cleaning and disinfection sprays and how to use them to greatest effect, please call 0800 0328 428 or visit our website www.helapet.co.uk


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Wednesday 11 August 2010

Helapet disposables aid infection prevention

Helapet are committed to both contamination and infection control across the medical industry from theatre to aseptic services and laboratories.

As leading suppliers of sterile and non-sterile disposables for aseptic preparation and the handling of cytotoxics we are delighted to showcase our specialist SteriClean® range of sterile cleaning and disinfection sprays and wipes, together with our new Alcorub® hand sanitising gel specially formulated for pharmaceutical applications.

Helapet are delighted to be exhibiting at the IPS conference and exhibition in September for the first time.

Don’t miss the opportunity to visit us on Stand W6 to see how we can help you with infection prevention, cytotoxic handling, medical filtration and to arrange for our SteriClean® rotational cleaning and disinfection sprays to be tried in your unit for FREE.

Friday 6 August 2010

Bespoke packaging of disposables for aseptic use

Helapet offer the unique service of being able to provide bespoke packing options for disposable items used in aseptic pharmaceutical manufacture.

Our sterile disposables have standard pack sizes, however for units requiring customised packs for specialist pharmaceutical manufacturing, we can offer a fast turnaround for bespoke packs of gamma irradiated product.

Disposables are double packed in our class 100,000 cleanroom and sterilised by gamma irradiation at not less than 25kgy.

Bespoke packaging for large volume manufacturing can make significant cost savings for your organisation. To find out how we can help you streamline your sterile manufacturing processes, please call 0800 0328 428

Thursday 5 August 2010

New vet cyto pack for cytotoxic handling

Vet Cyto pack is newly available from Helapet and includes a comprehensive range of products for cytotoxic handling, perfectly suited for small veterinary practices and clinics where only occasional patients require chemotherapy treatments.

The new vet cyto Pack contains everything required to handle cytotoxic preparations and medications safely and efficiently, ensuring confidence that you and your staff are protected from contamination and exposure to hazardous materials whilst preparing cytotoxic preparations or administering them to animals.

Using the vet cyto pack avoids the need to purchase and store large packs of specialist protective apparel that may not be needed.

For information on the vet cyto pack visit our website:
http://www.helapet.com/acatalog/Gloves_and_Apparel.html

or call 0800 0328 428 to order your pack today.
 

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