Dynacare Laboratory and Health Services Centre Infection Control Inspection

Address
104-6453 Morrison St
Niagara Falls
Services
Laboratory/Phlebotomy Service

Summary

Use of single use disposable items not according to the manufacturer instructions. Hand wash sink was not used for handwashing only.

Diseases resulting from similar errors in infection control may include:

Skin / soft tissue 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 October 22, 2024, related to infection prevention and control concerns.

An initial onsite investigation was conducted on October 22, 2024.

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

Corrected Issues

Issue	Correction	Date Corrected
Surfaces not in good repair.	All surfaces are to be in good repair.	Nov. 5, 2024
Hand wash sink was not used for handwashing only.	Hand wash sink to be used for handwashing only.	Oct. 22, 2024
Equipment not used as described in the manufacturer's instructions.	Use the equipment as described in the manufacturer’s instructions.	Oct. 22, 2024

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.