Muckamore Abbey Hospital, Antrim - 25 April 2012 - Regulation and ...

Picture 3: Large specialist shower chair
The hospital has commenced a programme of cleaning radiators, this
needs to be completed as radiators in the lounge, equipment store and
shower room were still dusty. The external windows throughout the
ward still required cleaning.
6.2 Clutter
The staff on the ward have carried out a de cluttering programme; unused
stock and equipment had been removed, this improved the
overall appearance of the ward and facilitates the cleaning process.
6.3 Maintenance and Repair
A programme of floor replacement scheduled prior to the first
inspection was under way during the visit. It was also noted that in
some areas repairs to wall and wood finishes had been made in
preparation for painting. However, there were still holes in the walls of
both single toilets which have not been repaired. Staff should ensure
that all actions and repairs detailed on the first report are completed
and to an acceptable standard.
The single toilet No. 69 had a very heavy urine smell, this should be
investigated and if necessary the floor replaced.
6.4 Fixtures and Fittings
The hand towel dispenser in toilet No.69 and the toilet roll dispenser in
the toilet opposite the equipment store have still not been replaced,
(Picture 4) although toilet roll was available on a shelf. Staff stated that
dispensers had been ordered, these should be replaced as a matter of
urgency. It is now 9 weeks since the first inspection and the lack of
hand towels prohibits effective hand hygiene for both patients and staff.
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