Control access first
Keep employees, customers, contractors, and visitors out of the affected area until the situation is understood.
Coordinate with incident requirements
If an injury, crime, or emergency response is involved, follow instructions from the appropriate authorities before cleanup begins.
Protect unaffected operations
Where practical, isolate the affected area to reduce unnecessary traffic and cross-contamination.
Call about your property
Businesses in North Charleston can call 843-883-8751 to discuss a cleanup need.
Need Help With a Biohazard Cleanup Situation?
Call and describe what happened, the property type, and the affected area. If there is immediate danger or an active emergency, contact 911 first.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can cleanup be requested for an office or retail property?
Yes. Commercial properties can call about biological contamination incidents.
Should janitorial staff handle significant blood contamination?
Significant or incident-related contamination may call for specialized evaluation rather than routine janitorial cleaning.
What should a manager do first?
Secure the area, address any emergency or authority requirements, and limit unnecessary access.