Recent Biohazard Posts

Fentanyl puts Emergency Responders at risk

3/11/2023 (Permalink)

silver police car, green truck in background Here to help those who serve

Responders are likely to come into contact with a mixture of illicit drugs during routine job duties. These mixtures of illicit drugs can include cocaine, methamphetamines, cannabinoids, cathinones, and opioids such as fentanyl and heroin for example.

Officers who perform day-to-day law enforcement duties may come into contact with illicit drugs during the course of their daily activities such as traffic stops, apprehending and searching subjects, and responding to overdose calls.

And oftentimes, individuals who are transported by First Responders may leave traces of fentanyl in vehicles, leading to additional exposure.

When that happens, First Responders call the trusted experts at SERVPRO of Lawton.

Our highly trained team of biohazard cleanup technicians thoroughly clean responders vehicles to ensure they are safe for their teams, and the general public.

It's just another service we provide to help our communities, and those who serve.

Expert biohazard cleanup from SERVPRO

5/9/2022 (Permalink)

bed, pillows, bedroom Competent, experienced professionals are here to help.

The restoration of your property following a biohazard event or a crime needs experienced and empathetic professionals like those at SERVPRO® to safely clean them to our professional standards.

In the event that your property needs hazmat, trauma or crime scene cleanup, SERVPRO of Lawton can help.

This type of situation requires competence, experience and respect for all involved.

Our skilled professionals will always treat your property and the people involved with the greatest empathy and respect in the face of trying circumstances.

Once the police have completed their investigation of a crime scene, cleanup and restoration can begin. This involves an assessment of your property to determine the proper equipment and cleaning products needed.

Because traumatic events often involve biological and chemical contaminants, it’s very important to know that the restoration process is being handled in compliance with all government, environmental and health regulations.

Our professionals do this in the safest way possible for you, your property and everyone living or working on your property.

We are trained and prepared both physically and mentally to handle biohazard, trauma, and crime scene cleanup and restoration with respect and professionalism.

Compassionate biohazard cleanup

5/7/2022 (Permalink)

bare mattress, pillows in bedroom The trusted experts in biohazard cleaning

The death of a loved one is always traumatic. 

It's even more so when it happens in the family home.

There's a lot that has to happen to clean to and prepare the property to welcome family members back home.

That's why you call the biohazard cleanup and restoration experts at SERVPRO of Lawton.

Our team of professionals are caring and considerate of your family during these difficult times.

We'll explain the necessary cleaning procedures, and carefully clean and disinfect the affected areas.

And we'll always treat your home and family with courtesy and respect.

Biohazard cleaning is a very emotional process, and we're here to help.

Call the trusted experts at SERVPRO of Lawton for compassionate cleaning services.

We're here when you need us, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Challenging Cleanup Requires a Professional

3/14/2022 (Permalink)

man in white biohazard suit The trusted biohazard and crime scene cleanup team

In the event that your property needs hazmat, trauma or crime scene cleanup, SERVPRO of Lawton can help you.

This type of situation requires competence, experience and respect for all involved. Our skilled professionals will always treat your property and the people involved with the greatest empathy and respect in the face of trying circumstances.

Once the police have completed their investigation of a crime scene, cleanup and restoration can begin.

This involves an assessment of your property to determine the proper equipment and cleaning products needed.

Because traumatic events often involve biological and chemical contaminants, it’s very important to know that the restoration process is being handled in compliance with all government, environmental and health regulations.

Our professionals do this in the safest way possible for you, your property and everyone living or working on your property.

We are trained and prepared both physically and mentally to handle biohazard, trauma, and crime scene cleanup and restoration with respect and professionalism.

The experienced biohazard cleaning team

5/10/2021 (Permalink)

two men in white PPE From crime scenes to meth labs, trust the professionals at SERVPRO

Long after the first responders  leave a scene, it is still a very traumatic sight. Blood, discarded medical equipment and other crime scene residues remain, which pose a serious health risk.

Call the professionals at SERVPRO of Lawton. We have the specialized training, protective equipment and the experience to safely clean trauma and crime scenes.

We will remove and safely dispose of bodily fluids, tissue and other pathogenic substances resulting from accident, trauma, crime or death.

We offer fast, reliable biohazard and crime scene cleanup 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Common Trauma and Crime Scene Scenarios

Crime Scene Residues

From fingerprint powder and evidence-gathering chemicals to tear gas and pepper spray residues, we can clean and restore your property after a crime scene investigation.

Bloodborne Pathogens

We remove and dispose of bodily fluids, tissue and other potentially pathogenic substances resulting from accident, trauma, crime or death. Our trained Professionals clean, disinfect and deodorize the structure.

Illegal Drug - "Meth" Labs

Many of the chemicals used in the production of illegal drugs such as "meth" are volatile and can leave harmful residues throughout a structure. Our technicians follow federal and state guidelines to properly clean all surfaces.

When you need biohazard cleaning, call the trusted experts at SERVPRO of Lawton at 940-699-2662. 

Experienced biohazard cleaning

5/8/2021 (Permalink)

man in white PPE The trusted experts for biohazard cleaning

This past year has seen the spotlight on cleaning focus primarily on the coronavirus pandemic.

Your SERVPRO of Lawton professionals have been providing biohazard cleaning long before COVID-19 was part of our everyday vocabulary.

Our expertly trained technicians provide a clean, healthy environment after exposure to:
  • viruses.
  • toxins from biological sources.
  • spores.
  • fungi.
  • pathogenic micro-organisms.
  • bio-active substances.

These can include:

These include the following:

  • Sewage backups
  • Crime scene residues
  • Suicide/death accidents
  • Homicide cleanups
  • Blood cleanup
  • Accident cleanup
  • Hoarding scenes
  • Animal waste/remains
  • Chemical spills
  • Tear gas cleanup
  • Meth lab cleanup

We are available 24 hours a day—our highly trained technicians are standing by.

We have the qualified trained professionals who are ready to respond to these incidents.

We will always treat your property and the people involved with the greatest empathy and respect in the face of trying circumstances.

When you need biohazard cleaning, trust the experts at SERVPRO of Lawton.

Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned program continues

3/11/2021 (Permalink)

man in white PPE Diligent cleaning helps prevent spread of viruses

Although the COVID-19 crisis has taken a back seat in the headlines, it is still very much a part of our world.

SERVPRO continues to monitor federal, state and local guidelines regarding COVID-19 as well as all CDC recommendations.

Currently, many Texoma localities have removed mask and social restrictions, while still encouraging communities to practice better hygiene to prevent the continued spread of the virus.

While large outbreaks are now rarely reported, we at SERVPRO continue to provide our Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned program to help protect communities against viral outbreaks.

Our Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned is a defensive cleaning program that goes beyond janitorial or carpet cleaning, it’s a higher standard of clean. This is proactive viral pathogen cleaning that helps ensure the cleanliness of the restaurants, businesses and public spaces in the communities we all call home.

Our SERVPRO professionals are trained and experienced in biohazard decontamination and chemical spills - always adhering to the cleaning and decontamination standards set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local authorities.

SERVPRO of Lawton is dedicated to keeping our communities clean and safe. Learn more by visiting our website at: https://www.SERVPROlawton.com/?utm_medium=yext&utm_source=gmb&y_source=1_MTYxOTQ1OTktNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLmdvb2dsZV93ZWJzaXRlX292ZXJyaWRl

Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned

5/20/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO logo on window A higher standard of clean

As America gets back to business, we all have a new sense of what it means to be clean. In fact, 89% of consumers are uneasy about going back to brick-and-mortar locations*. At SERVPRO, we’re dedicated to inspiring confidence in communities across the country as we find our way to a new normal. And we’re doing just that with Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned.

Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned, our new defensive pathogen cleaning program, goes way beyond standard janitorial cleaning practices. This is proactive viral pathogen cleaning. With over 50 years of experience in biochemical spill remediation and decontamination, you can trust SERVPRO professionals to bring a higher standard of clean to the places we gather.

So how does it work? It’s grounded in our unique 3 C’s:

  • Consult: Not all businesses are the same, so we’ll tailor a bespoke cleaning program based on the unique needs of each facility.
  • Clean: Based on the agreed plan, an expert deep clean is initiated using our proprietary EPA-Approved Hospital-Grade cleaning solutions and always adhering to the leading level of cleaning and decontamination standards set by the CDC.
  • Certify: You’ll know a business is Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned by the shield posted on their front window. Along with digital emblems and other collateral, this beacon represents their commitment to the comfort and security of their employees, customers and community.

So when you see the Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned shield, you can walk in with confidence. Because you’ll know the #1 choice in clean up and restoration was there.

Are you interested in our Commercial Services, or are you a consumer who wants to learn more?

Call SERVPRO of Lawton at 580-699-2662.

Giving back to our communities

5/11/2020 (Permalink)

motorcycle and green van Cleaning and disinfecting our First Responder vehicles

SERVPRO of Lawton team members have been so humbled by the outpouring of thanks from our Southwest Oklahoma First Responders.

We started offering proactive cleaning of area responders vehicles in early April, scheduling various departments in easy to access locations.

The Comanche County Sheriff's Department graciously lined up all their available units, two by two, for us to disinfect and sanitize. 

Next was the Lawton Police Department, and yes, we even cleaned the motorcycles!

Next came the entire town of Waurika. The fire department had all their units lined up on both sides of the street for easy access. The EMS team welcomed us into the bay to clean the ambulances.

And the Hastings Volunteer Fire Department also had an impressive line up for our team to disinfect.

The takeaway? Each department responded with heartfelt thank you's to our team for thinking of them during this pandemic. And visiting with each responder on the cleaning line let us know they truly appreciated us.

We've always supported our First Responders, providing 24 hour emergency kits, free carpet cleanings, etc. 

But this service? Trying to protect those who protect us? Cue the tears. Mine, and theirs.

So thankful to work for a company that believes in giving back to our communities.

SERVPRO is here to help during this global pandemic

3/25/2020 (Permalink)

virus picture with words here to help We are prepared to clean and disinfect your home or business.

SERVPRO is Here to Help during this time of need

During this unprecedented time caused by the global pandemic of coronavirus, this is a reminder to our customers that we are specialists in cleaning services, and we adhere to the highest cleaning and sanitation standards.

Specialized Training

We are prepared to clean and disinfect your home or business, according to protocols set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. We have years of experience in dealing with biological contaminants, and we will go beyond the scope of work that regular janitorial staff perform on a daily basis.

The CDC encourages cleaning of high-touch surfaces such as counters, tabletops, doorknobs, light switches, bathroom fixtures, toilets, phones, keyboards, tablets and tables. Other spaces mentioned in the CDC’s guidance for commercial spaces include:

  • Kitchen/Food Areas
  • Bathrooms
  • Schools/Classrooms
  • Offices
  • Retail Spaces
  • Water Fountains
  • Shelving/Racks
  • Sales Counters
  • Carpets and Rugs
  • Stair Handrails
  • Elevator Cars
  • Playground Equipment
  • Fitness Equipment

Specialized Products

The CDC recommends usage of a labeled hospital-grade disinfectant with claims against similar pathogens to the coronavirus. Multiple products in the SERVPRO product line carry the EPA-approved emerging pathogens claims. While there is currently no product tested against this particular strain of the coronavirus, we are following all guidelines as provided by the CDC and local authorities.

Call Today for a Proactive Cleaning

If your home or business needs deep cleaning services, call the experts today – SERVPRO of Lawton at 580-699-2662.

Sources:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/guidance-prevent-spread.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-ncov%2Fguidance-prevent-spread.html

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/guidance-business-response.html