Approved sharps container(s) not conveniently located where client services provided. Facility did not discard single-use equipment/instrument(s) immediately following each client use.
Diseases resulting from similar errors in infection control may include:
Duty Officer
Public Health Inspector
905-980-6000 ext. 7590, toll free 1-888-505-6074
inspect@niagararegion.ca
A complaint was identified from a member of the public on July 9, 2019, related to infection prevention and control concerns.
An initial onsite investigation was conducted on July 10, 2019.
An investigation report was given to the premise / facility noting corrective measures. Information and education was provided.
Issue | Correction | Date Corrected |
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Manufacturer’s instructions for equipment/instrument(s) not available for review by staff. | Manufacturer’s instructions for equipment/instrument(s) must be available. | Sept. 11, 2019 |
Approved sharps container(s) not conveniently located where client services provided. | Approved sharps container(s) needs to be accessible where client services provided. | July 23, 2019 |
Area where equipment/instrument(s) are cleaned and disinfected not designed to prevent contamination. | Area where equipment/instrument(s) are cleaned and disinfected constructed in a way to prevent contamination. | July 23, 2019 |
Facility did not discard single-use equipment/instrument(s) immediately following each client use. | Discard single-use instruments/equipment immediately following each client use. | July 10, 2019 |
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.
Routine health inspection results for this establishment.