FLOOD REMEDIATION

4/13/2022 (Permalink)

Flood Remediation – Do You Know What to Do to Stay Safe?

Staying Safe During Flood Cleanup, Important Tips

Not much is more devastating than a flood. Do you, your family, or your employees know what to do when a flood happens? Your life could depend on it.

Yes, you are required, by your insurance provider, to take quick action to mitigate the damage.  However, your first job is to keep everyone safe.  Human nature will make you tempted to start cleaning up your flooded home or office as soon as possible but fight the temptation.  Honestly, flood situations can pose serious health hazards.

Follow These Tips To Stay Safe During Flood Cleanup

• Know the Risk – Contaminated floodwater appear clean. Looks can be deceiving. Intruding water contains bacteria and other microorganisms and potentially polluted with chemical pollutants.  If the floodwater is the result of a broken pipe, there is a high probability it contains human waste or other organic matter. 
• Wear Protective Gear - Waterproof gloves, rubber boots and goggles are recommended by the CDC in prevention of bacterial infections. Additionally, as added precaution, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends wearing a splash-proof face shield and liquid-repellent coveralls. Before leaving the flood site, remove all protective gear and wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
• Call in the Pros – A prompt call to SERVPRO of Northeast Collin County / Greenville will set the remediation ball in motion towards returning things to normal. Our team has the necessary training, equipment, and experience to handle your flooding problem quickly and safely.
• Safe Hygiene, Practice it!
• Wash your hands with soap and water after handling anything that has touched floodwater.
• Never eat, drink, smoke, or chew gum during flood cleanup.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before eating, and before and after using the restroom.

What is the best practice for flood cleanup and safety?  Keep you, your family, and your employees safe and let the experts at SERVPRO of Northeast Collin County / Greenville handle the job of working with potentially contaminated floodwaters. However, if you must enter your flooded company, be sure to take the necessary precautions to keep everyone safe.

Call (972)548-6044 for assistance with mold, storm, fire, or water-related incidents.