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What Are Biohazards & How Do They Get Cleaned Up?

Biohazard Cleanup and Restoration

Exposure to biohazards and chemical contaminants can cause serious health issues. Failing to remove these contaminants can contribute to unhealthy and dangerous environments. Bassi can help you in a situation like this.

What are Biohazards?

A biohazard is an organism or by-product that can be harmful to humans. A few example of biohazards are:

• Medical waste
• Blood
• Urine
• Feces
• Viruses
• Toxins
• Bacteria

A lot of people don’t realize that biohazards can exist anywhere. They can mostly be found in hospitals, health care settings and crime scenes. Proper cleanup and disposal are important to make sure the people that come in contact with this area are safe.

Common Biohazard Situations

Sewage Backup – These dark water intrusions can cause severe damages and push harmful microorganisms into a structure.

Blood borne Pathogens – These are caused by bodily fluid, tissue or other substances that may of come from an accident, trauma, crime or death.

Bassi offers 24/7 emergency cleanup services to the Ottawa and surrounding area. If you are in need of biohazard cleanup services contact us connect with our Environmental Services & Disaster Recovery division. We have experienced and trained staff that can help you in any of the above situations.