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After a Violent Death at Home: What Tampa Bay Families Need to Know
Understanding the Impact of Violent Deaths at Home in Tampa Bay No family is ever ready for a violent death in their home. In the hours after, people are in shock, answering questions from law enforcement, and calling relatives, and then someone asks, “Who cleans this up?” October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a reminder…
Unattended Death and the Hidden Impact on Pets and Families
The reality of unattended death and its emotional aftermath Unattended death is a topic few wish to discuss, yet its impact reaches deeply into the lives it touches. When a loved one passes away alone, the discovery can be profoundly distressing for families and friends. The shock is not only emotional but often practical—unexpected loss…
Guide to Biohazard Cleanup and Insurance for Out-of-State Kin
Understanding Unattended Death Cleanup and Its Challenges When faced with the unfathomable of an unattended death of a loved one, many families find themselves overwhelmed by the unexpected complexities. Unattended death cleanup is not only emotionally taxing but also requires specialized knowledge and equipment to ensure the area is restored safely and effectively. This task…
Crime Scene Cleanup: A Guide to Safe Biohazard Remediation and Property Restoration
Facing the aftermath of a sudden tragedy or biohazard event can leave you feeling completely overwhelmed. This guide breaks down the strict, medical-grade crime scene cleanup process, explains how hidden contamination layers are safely removed, and outlines how insurance covers the road to restoration.
A Business Owner’s Guide to Crime Scene Cleanup and Biohazard Remediation (What Happens Next)
Something happened at your business, now what? Laura Spaulding explains the OSHA-certified process for crime scene and biohazard cleanup to protect your team and liability.
What Happens After the Police Leave? Inside a Decomposition Cleanup (Real-World Example)
Cleaning up after an unexpected loss requires more than a DIY approach—it requires a certified, scientific process. Learn how Spaulding Decon remediates deep-layer contamination to safely restore a property and provide peace of mind for grieving families.
What Are the Stages of Decomposition?
Decomposition is a natural process that occurs after death and happens in five stages: autolysis, bloat, active decay, advanced decay, and skeletonization. Each stage is characterized by specific changes in the body, including the release of gases and fluids, skin discoloration, and stiffness of muscles.
So You Want to Be a Crime Scene Cleaner?
Demand for crime scene cleaners is strong. These professionals require specific skills, qualifications, and training to properly clean and disinfect crime scenes, including those involving blood, insides, and bodily fluids. The job involves heavy physical labor, handling blood and waste, an emotional toll, and irregular hours. Crime scene cleaners also need to earn specific certifications…
Effects of Suicide on Family: What Happens After and How to Get Help
Loss to suicide can have a devastating impact on family members. It affects emotional, social, and financial domains. While law enforcement investigates the matter, they are not responsible for the cleanup. This is why it is recommended that families and loved ones use the services of specialized biohazard remediation professionals.
What to do After an Unattended Death
Discovering the unattended death of a loved one is an emotional and involved process that should be handled by professionals. It’s important to contact first responders and not attempt to clean the area due to harmful chemicals and bacteria released during decomposition. Biohazard remediation companies like Spaulding Decon are trained to clean blood-borne pathogens and…
Workplace Safety and How to Avoid a Tragic Accident
Workplace safety is crucial in industrial settings to avoid tragic accidents. Spaulding Decon, a company specializing in industrial cleanup and decontamination, shares its top 5 safety tips to help prevent accidents. These include educating employees on safety policies, providing proper personal protective equipment (PPE), having a response plan in case of accidents, inspecting equipment and…
What Is Bioremediation? Definition, Types, and Real-World Examples
Bioremediation is the process of using biological microorganisms to breakdown hazardous materials and substances into less toxic or nontoxic products. There are several branches of bioremediation, including contaminated soil, oil spill cleanup, and crime scene cleanup. Bioremediation is an effective and cost-effective method for cleaning up pollutants and contaminants. Spaulding Decon is a leader in…
What Are the Requirements for Crime Scene Cleanup Companies?
Crime scene cleanup is a specialized profession that involves containing and disposing of hazardous biological waste, as well as cleaning and disinfecting crime scenes. Crime scene cleanup companies require employees to undergo specialized certification programs and training, including certifications and permits for transporting and disposing of biological waste. Employees must also undergo background checks and…
What Do I Do If I Cannot Afford Biohazard Clean Up in my Home?
Biohazard clean up costs can be expensive, but it is important to handle biohazard situations properly to protect yourself and others from harm. There are different types of biohazards, and some require professional help due to their high risk levels. If you decide to do biohazard cleanup yourself, it is important to use proper PPE…
Types of PPE: Why Crime Scene Cleaners Need Hazmat Suits
Crime scene cleaners encounter a variety of biohazardous materials, including infectious diseases, blood, and bad odors. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is necessary to prevent contamination and exposure to health risks. The four main types of PPE used by crime scene cleaners are chemical spill boots, protective suits, disposable non-porous gloves, and face masks. Chemical spill…
Unattended Death Investigation Process
Unattended deaths can be suspicious when foul play is suspected, and law enforcement will use forensic science and investigation techniques to determine the cause and time of death, as well as potential suspects. The first steps in finding an unattended death are crucial, including calling the police, moving away from the area, and securing the…
4 Types of Hazardous Waste and How to Handle it Properly
Hazardous waste produced by businesses must be managed and disposed of properly in accordance with federal laws and regulations. There are different types of hazardous waste, including listed waste (categorized into F-list, K-list, P-list, and U-list), non-listed waste or characteristic waste (exhibiting hazardous characteristics specified by the EPA), mixed waste (containing both hazardous and radioactive…
Is Urine a Biohazard? What Situations Require Biohazard Cleaning?
Urine and feces are both categorized as bodily fluids and are considered biohazards due to the presence of bacteria, viruses, and toxins. Consuming or coming in contact with human waste can cause serious health risks such as norovirus, dehydration, and parasitic infections. When cleaning up urine and feces, it is important to wear gloves and…
Is Vomit Considered a Biohazard?
Biohazardous fluids are any biological or chemical substances that may jeopardize the wellbeing of humans, animals, or the environment. Vomit is considered a biohazardous fluid because it can carry hazardous pathogens that can rapidly contaminate surfaces and the air. The most common diseases transmitted via vomit are Salmonella, Typhoid, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Varicella, and…
How to Properly Clean Up Blood? 10 Step Procedure
Blood spills should be taken seriously and cleaned up properly to avoid exposure to biohazards. The 10-step blood spill cleanup procedure includes using protective equipment, eliminating potential dangers, soaking up the spill with towels, applying a disinfectant, scrubbing the area, disposing of equipment and waste properly, decontaminating the area and equipment, checking for contamination, washing…
How to Clean Up Blood
Blood cleanup can be dangerous if proper safety precautions are not taken. This step-by-step guide covers everything you need to know about cleaning up blood, from safety precautions to effective cleaning methods. Wear personal protective equipment, ventilate the area, and cover any open wounds before starting. Remove any solid material and excess blood, then clean…
