Key Learning outcomes
- Gain an understanding of why carpets shouldn’t be considered as a hotpsot for the spread of infections
- Appreciate that carpets are no more susceptible to contamination by fungi and bacteria than any other surfaces within a healthcare environment
There is a common misconception that there can be infection control issues with having carpet within healthcare settings including residential care homes and mental health facilities. This CPD Article looks at various studies and research findings around some of the common misconceptions of the use of carpets within non-clinical healthcare environments with a focus on infection control and cleaning. danfloor's research failed to discover any papers advising against the use of carpeting in non-clinical healthcare facilities, including bedrooms in mental health units. Infact there are many theraputice benefts to having a soft flooring finish within care environments including; creating an acoustically sound environment, improved air quality, increased comfort under foot and that all important home from home feeling.