Alpha Labs Infection Control Inspection

Address
555 Prince Charles Drive, Welland, ON L3C 4J6
Welland
Services
Laboratory/Phlebotomy Service

Summary

Equipment not used as described in the manufacturer's instructions. Biomedical waste not discarded appropriately.

Diseases resulting from similar errors in infection control may include:

Blood-borne infections

Contact

Duty Officer
Public Health Inspector
905-980-6000 ext. 7590, toll free 1-888-505-6074
inspect@niagararegion.ca

Findings and Corrective Measures

A complaint was identified from a member of the public on March 13, 2023, related to infection prevention and control concerns.

An initial onsite investigation was conducted on March 14, 2023.

An investigation report was given to the premise / facility noting corrective measures. Information and education was provided.

Corrected Issues

Issue	Correction	Date Corrected
Furniture/surface is not in good repair.	All surfaces/furniture are to be in good repair.	May 5, 2023
Written infection prevention and control policies were not available.	Provide written infection prevention and control policies based on current best practices. Review and update on a regular basis.	May 5, 2023
Biomedical waste not discarded appropriately.	Discard biomedical appropriately to maintain facility in a clean manner.	March 16, 2023
Equipment not used as described in the manufacturer's instructions. ORDER has been issued on March 14, 2023 to ensure compliance.	Use the equipment as described in the manufacturer’s instructions. Order rescinded on March 16, 2023.	March 16, 2023

Health Risks and Inspections

In the event that a direct health risk is identified for clients who visited this establishment, Niagara Region Public Health will contact those at risk with advice around any medical follow-up.

For general updates regarding this investigation, continue to monitor this website.