Top 10 Ways To Prevent Pseudomonas
Regularly flush all water outlets Regularly thermally disinfect all water outlets Regularly review and update education and training of staff particularly with regard to safe and effective water outlet cleaning protocols Ensure no unauthorised fluid is disposed of in the sink Ensure tap outlet does not discharge directly over the […]
Are You Spending Too Much On Your Point of Use Filters?
As incidents of legionella and pseudomonas increase and the use of POU filters becomes more frequent many clients are seeing the amounts of money spent on these temporary solutions spiral out of control. One main London hospital spending over £100,000 each quarter on filters and is still no further forward to their aim of a permanent […]
Press Release Challis Ag+
We are pleased to announce that Challis MS Ltd. has been accredited as a member of Made in Britain. Challis MS Ltd.’s adoption of the official, protected mark (above right) will help buyers recognise its products as good quality, great value and British-made. The mark also lets customers know that Challis MS Ltd. is a […]
Challis Ag+ Launch New Water Bottle Filler
Our Brand New Floor-standing Water Bottle Filler, Made with Grade 316 Stainless Steel with WRAS approved press button water valve, WRAS approved water fittings. Easily operated with either your hand or forearm. Radius corners for safety. Floor and wall mounting points. Lockable side door for access to the plumbing. This product will stop the need […]
Anti Biotic Resistance, The Next Bio Crisis?
Last year in the UK, over 65,000 patients were effected by drug resistant infections, thats 178 per day resulting in over 12,000 deaths. A lot of the antibiotics doctors use today are heavily regulated and monitored because of their eventual aid to resistance. There is a need for new and safer solutions We at Challis […]
Legionella Control In Housing Association Properties
Protecting tenants from potential harmful water bourne micro-organisms such as legionella and pseudomonas in your housing stock is a key challenge and requirement. The primary risk area for legionella and pseudomonas proliferation are shower hoses and heads. With this in mind we have developed and patented our Sentinel™ Shower-head and Hose. A quick and easy […]
Servicing TMV Valves, How To Save Time and Money
Servicing TMV valves across your estate is an essential procedure ensuring the safety and well being of both staff and patients. This service action protects against not only scald risk but also subsequent water contamination by the likes of legionella and pseudomonas along with a variety of waterborne nasties. TMV servicing is undoubtedly time consuming and […]
No Deal Brexit Continuity Plan
As the likelihood of a No deal Brexit looms it is essential that all clients, particularly NHS Trusts and healthcare providers, take measures to ensure security if supply. Something as straight forward as a reassurance from your current supplier that they have taken all available measures to ensure an un-interrupted supply of product to you […]
How Safe Are Your Face Masks & Visors?
I am sure you have noticed reports in the media regarding PPE face visors and masks that turn out to be unfit for purpose and give no protection to the wearer. Even the UK Government has been caught out by cheap substandard visors and facemasks You may be surprised to learn that all that is […]
Covid-19 Cross Contamination Risk From Maintenance Teams Tools
PPE combined with disinfecting hands with antimicrobial wipes or hand washes between wards is a well-established protocol that has been undeniably a very effective measure in combating Covid-19. However, the decontamination of tradesman tools as they transfer and work between wards, rooms or buildings is often overlooked and the level of risk often under-considered, within […]