Our Exceptional Standards
The HLS processing plant is equipped and ventilated so as to prevent the
dissemination of contaminants. The ventilation systems include adequate intake,
filtration, exchange rate and exhaust in accordance with local, provincial and
federal requirements.
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HLS ships clean linen from, and receives soiled linen at separate loading
docks to eliminate the possibility of cross contamination.
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HLS soiled linen areas are physically separate from clean linen areas, and
suitable precautions are taken in processing.
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HLS wash formulas, washing supplies, and water temperature conforms to
those set by the above noted agencies. HLS linens are washed in 160 to 180
degree water temperature, and are ironed at 330 degree temperatures.
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HLS clean linens are assembled, loaded on stainless steel or aluminium
carts, and are then covered in plastic and protected from contamination from
the time they are finished being processed until they are received by the
Customer.
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HLS does not require specialized procedures for Customer handling of
soiled linens from isolation areas, and conforms to all recommendations for
Universal Standard Precautions in the handling of all soiled linen.
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HLS washes and sanitizes all carts. After each use, and prior to reloading
with cleaned linen, the carts are subjected to a thorough germicidal detergent
wash.
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HLS will deliver clean and pick up soiled linen in strict accordance with
separation guidelines. Clean and soiled linen should never be conveyed
together.
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HLS provides its employees with appropriate uniforms, protective supplies,
vaccination programs, physical exams, and instructs them as part of a
continuing education program on self-protection, safety, infection control,
etc.
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HLS has developed a separate process for Customer Owned Goods to ensure
items are appropriately segregated and processed in a timely fashion.
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HLS employs a Quality Assurance Manager to assist in ensuring all Linens
meet our Customer’s expectations and approvals.
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