How Healthcare Uniform Management Makes a Real Difference
If infection control is a priority in your facility (and if you’re working in any type of medical related field it definitely should be), then your healthcare uniforms need professional care. From laundering to inventory to preventing cross-contamination, uniform management plays a much bigger role in patient safety than most people realize.
Why You Need Professional Care for Your Healthcare Uniforms
A recent study funded by De Montfort University, TSA-UK, and TRSA found that many home washing machines fail to kill bacteria on healthcare uniforms, even at high temperatures. That means healthcare workers could be unknowingly bringing pathogens into the hospital…or back home.
The research found antibiotic-resistant bacteria lingering in biofilms inside domestic washers. Yikes. And as detergent-resistant bugs become more resistant to antibiotics, this isn’t just a “cleanliness” issue, it’s a patient safety crisis.
Our industrial laundering process doesn’t just get tough stains out, but it takes care of infection control. Each garment is cleaned according to exact standards, with specialized formulas and wash cycles based on material type and industry requirements.
RFID = No Cross-Contamination, No Guesswork
With our RFID system, you always know where your scrubs are and where they’ve been. Each uniform gets tagged with a tiny chip that helps us track it through the entire cleaning process. This makes sure:
- Contaminated gear is kept separate from clean
- Specialty garments get the right wash treatment
- No mix-ups, no missing pieces, no surprises
This same tech also gives you real-time visibility into your inventory, billing, and service reports for total transparency and peace of mind.
The Hidden Costs of In-House Uniform Management
Time Suck
Sorting, washing, distributing, and tracking uniforms eats up valuable hours. That’s time your team could spend actually focusing on patients.
Storage Headaches
Keeping uniforms on-site? You’re either scrambling to find clean items when inventory’s low, or tripping over piles of extras when you’re overstocked. Our smart inventory system makes sure you have just the right amount, every time.
Tracking Troubles
Healthcare demand shifts fast. Need more uniforms during flu season? Less during slow periods? We’ve got the tools (and the team) to scale with you and keep your inventory in check with no drama.
Sneaky Costs
From utility bills and labor to garment wear and replacements…washing in-house adds up fast.
What Your Team Can Do: Simple Steps to Prevent Cross-Contamination
Even with a strong healthcare uniform management program, there are also key actions your team can take to help reduce the risk of cross-contamination on the floor.
Don’t Take Work Home
Resist the urge to take uniforms home to wash. Even with good intentions, home machines often don’t get hot enough to properly disinfect healthcare garments and they can actually spread bacteria to your family and household items. Leave the laundering to the pros with the right equipment.
Store Uniforms Properly
Designate a clean area to store fresh uniforms and a separate, sealed space for soiled ones. Mixing clean and dirty gear, especially in tight or shared spaces, is an open invitation for cross-contamination. Keep ‘em separated!
Follow Good Hygiene Habits
It might sound basic, but since germs can live on clothing, frequent handwashing, glove use, and minimizing contact with your uniform during a shift all make a difference.
Stick to Your Rotation
Uniforms are designed to be worn, washed, and replaced on a regular schedule. Skipping rotations or holding onto extra sets can throw off your inventory and increase contamination risk. Stick to the plan and let our inventory management system keep things balanced.
Safer Facilities Start with Smarter Healthcare Uniform Management
If infection control is your priority (and we know it is), your uniforms should be professionally cleaned, properly tracked, and expertly managed.
We bring together tech + experience to keep your staff safe, your facility compliant, and your patients protected. Let’s talk!
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