Cleaning to the universal cleaning guidelines set out by the CDC and VIHA for both Influenza and Covid-19

With the very real threat of Covid-19 rearing its head in the Capital Regional District and the outskirts of the Island, having capable people to look after your cleaning needs will start to take priority if not a necessity. Have a look at our infection control services page.

Canadian Haz-Mat Environmental Ltd is capable of cleaning to the universal cleaning guidelines set out by the CDC and VIHA for both Influenza and Covid-19.

Cleaning guidelines we follow:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/organizations/cleaning-disinfection.html

Simple handwashing techniques should be followed:

https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/when-how-handwashing.html

Preventing the spread of the virus:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/guidance-prevent-spread.html

Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection – COVID-19 Cleanup:
EMERGENCY RESPONSE SERVICES- Coronavirus (COVID-19) Decontamination

Canadian HAZ-MAT Environmental, can assist in disinfecting, cleaning and sanitizing surfaces and can provide the equipment, products and training to abate bacteria, viruses, spores and germs from commercial and residential properties following CDC cleaning guidelines. Our clients rely on us to provide practical and effective methods to manage, mitigate and remediate.

The CDC states “routine cleaning and disinfection procedures (e.g., using cleaners and water to pre- clean surfaces prior to applying an EPA-registered, hospital-grade disinfectant to frequently touched surfaces or
objects for appropriate contact times as indicated on the product’s label) are appropriate for 2019-nCoV in healthcare settings.” ICP ERG disinfectants are EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectants, while they have not been tested against 2019-nCoV specifically (because it is a novel strain), they have demonstrated effectiveness against several similar enveloped viruses such as: Influenza A virus, H1N1 virus, Avian (H3N2) virus, HIV Type 1 and more.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a large family of viruses that cause illnesses ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

Canadian HAZ-MAT Environmental will ensure that waste is properly packaged/labeled, shipped and disposed of. Typical hazardous and infectious waste includes used medical materials and disposables, as well as contaminated workspace materials and debris.

Work Performed:
Hazardous and Infectious Waste Management:
Canadian HAZ-MAT Environmental Ltd. personnel treat and disinfect hazardous and
infectious waste in and around infected sites.

Cleaning Efficacy Testing Services

We work with third party labs that can provide cleaning efficacy testing services to demonstrate that the decontaminated surface has been effectively cleaned and is free of bacteria or fungi. While this is not a direct test for viruses, if the chemicals used in the cleaning are effective against viruses, then the test indirectly indicates that the surface was properly decontaminated.

Canadian HAZ-MAT Environmental Ltd.is an independent Victoria BC based asbestos abatement company with a strong focus on education and improving public awareness of the dangers associated with asbestos. We support banning inappropriate uses of asbestos as a cause that pretty much anyone can get behind. We strongly believe Canada needs to build financial incentives (effective forms of subsidization) into the identification, abatement and disposal of asbestos from Canadian homes and businesses if we are to effectively address this problem.