Cousino Medical Services - News & Updates

Test Fire Protection Equipment

12/3/2019

Test Fire Protection Equipment

It's important for your team to do what they can to prevent building fires, but don't forget about your responsibilities too. One of the most important precautions for property and facility managers and owners is testing the fire protection equipment. You might have the proper fire sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers, smoke, and carbon monoxide detectors installed, but that doesn't mean they will work in the event of an emergency. These fire systems must be regularly tested and inspected.

Fire Sprinkler Systems
In the winter, it's especially important to check in on the fire sprinkler system because the pipes are at risk of freezing. This could cost you thousands in damage, and even worse, your system might not work if there is a fire.

Fire Extinguishers
Make sure you're checking fire extinguishers every 30 days to ensure that the gauge is pointing to the green area.

Smoke Detectors
In a fire, every second counts. Smoke alarms should be installed in every room, hallway, and on every level of the building. Proper testing of fire alarm systems can save dollars and lives.

These simple tips can help keep your buildings and properties safe. But disasters will happen, so be prepared and call Cousino Medical Services!

Winterize Your Facility

12/3/2019

Before the harshness of winter hits, here are a few tips to prepare for the worst. A little preparation can help you get through winter with as little damage or wear and tear as possible.

Heating System
You will want to maintain your indoor temperatures in order for your equipment and employees to function optimally. If you do your own maintenance, now is the time to look for worn or damaged parts and clean out accumulated dust or dirt. If you use a service, schedule a cleaning. If you have generators, make sure they’re operational and ready to take over if needed.

Outdoor Machinery
For any machines that need to operate outside in the cold:

Make sure your equipment has enough gas.
Fluids may need to be changed or topped off.
Remember that some machines need to run a while to warm up, so plan for this extra time in your daily winter routines.

Facility Exteriors
Check your parking lot and look for any damage that will be exacerbated due to ice and snow and have it repaired now. Check your trees and take down any broken or cracked branches, as those are likely to cause trouble should you get a snow or ice storm. Look for branches that may have grown over power lines and trim them back. Once winter sets in, this kind of work can be difficult to do.

Emergency Winter Storm Plan.

Decide who is responsible for keeping your sidewalks and entryways clean.
Do you have a power outage backup plan? Decide ahead of time at what point your facility will shut down, and under what conditions you will continue working.
Ensure your employees understand these guidelines, and review any policies about missing work due to bad weather.
All manuals and emergency plans should be in easy-to-find locations—even if you lose power—and have copies in multiple locations.

Incase Of Emergency
Keep calm and collected. When there is more than your team can handle, call in the experts. Cousino Medical Services is available 24/7 to help.

Taking a little time to prepare for winter can save you thousands of dollars and keep your facility up and running all winter long.

Ice Arena SteraMist

11/13/2019

The leadership at Fremont Community Rec Center had the Cousono Medical team out to disinfect the Fremont Fred W. Recktenwald Ice Arena before it opens to the public this season. Local communities are taking extra steps to protect you against airborne pathogens and diseases. Take the extra step and have your facility properly disinfected.

Terminal Cleaning On Steroids

11/13/2019

TOMI’s SteraMist Binary Ionization Technology (BIT) is an innovative EPA-registered disinfectant developed by the U.S. Government and DARPA. Steramist breaks the biofilm (with a six-log kill) and its Binary Ionization Technology means large and complex areas can be supercleaned in a fraction of the time it normally takes – with an efficacy and safety that far outstrips traditional hospital cleaning methods.

Trusted resource against infection risks

11/13/2019

Your Environmental Infection-Control
and Facility Disaster Response Partner.

ICRA Compliant Construction & Disaster Services

Disaster response projects in hospitals and healthcare facilities are challenging and risky. The construction can be complicated, especially in older facilities, and the health risks are formidable. Add in the urgency, and you have a formula for a second disaster – health-associated infections (HAIs) and a compromised EOC!

When you form a pre-disaster relationship with us we stand ready to respond when you call – any time of day and any day of the year. Our initial strike force is ready at nearly all times and can draw on even more workers in a short time, if needed. All are ICRA-trained and have direct experience in medical care setting response, which is critical to getting the job done right.

A Proactive Approach To Infection Control

11/13/2019

According to the Center For Disease Control:

HAI’s are the 4th leading cause of death in the United States and cost the U.S. healthcare system over $40 billion a year.
HAI fatalities in the U.S. alone equates to over 271 deaths per day. This is more than all the deaths from breast cancer, AIDS and automotive accidents combined.
10% of inpatients in the U.S. contract infections from the hospital (healthcare environment).
More than 2 million people suffer from HAI’s a year in the U.S. and over 103,000 of them die.
MRSA can survive 9 months outside of the human body.

Isn’t it time for a more proactive approach?

Disinfecting Educational Facilities - Case Study

9/17/2019

SteraMist

Project Summary

At a local educational facility, two rooms were tested positive for spore counts that were well above 7000 of numerous contaminates. An acceptable spore count in a facility similar to this is would be around 1000 or below. Cousino Medical was called out to see if our team could eliminate the contaminates and bring Spore Counts down to acceptable levels.

Project Results

After one application treatment of SteraMist, without taking anything apart, our team was able to bring the spore count down to boarderline acceptable levels. Even though this was determined acceptable, our team continued to inspect and find hidden areas where contaminates could hide. Based on our findings it was determined that the uni-vents would be the only place hiding additional contaminates that needed eliminated. CMS along with a certified technician disassembled, cleaned, and disinfected coils and interior of the uni-vent along with proper filter change allowed us to bring clearance testing down well below acceptable levels. Final testing showed one spore count in one room and zero spore counts in the other. This successful treatment shows the effectiveness of Steramist and proven CMS cleaning protocols, which provides a near perfect elimination of contaminants.

The Cousino Difference

At Cousino Medical Services, we understand that proper sanitation and cleaning techniques are critical in any environment. That’s why our staff specializes in cleaning and disinfecting facilities with care and the best cleaning technology avail. You can rely on us to:

Take measures to reduce the spread of bacteria
Disinfect high-traffic areas in your medical facility
Use proven “green” environmentally-friendly solutions to clean and disinfect your facility.

At Cousino Medical Services, we take great pride in our work by consistently adhering to high standards of performance and an even higher degree of integrity. We use only leading edge technology and qualified specialty personnel.

Compassion & Professionalism - Testimonial

8/28/2019

... You & your team have been a blessing to me because I know that I would not have been able to face this alone. Thank you to Cousino Medical Services & NeCole's team for their compassion and professionalism in handling my situation. Your company and employees have restored my faith in people and I will never forget it!

Sincerely, Diane G.

Mold In The Vents - Testimonial

8/22/2019

Rosemary and Richard wrote us the following letter describing their experience with some moldy vents, and how our team helped them. If you are experiencing a similar situation, please do not hesitate to contact us.

To Whom it May Concern:

An extensive mold remediation was just completed in our house and as scary as that is to be told you have black mold throughout your entire vent system, who knew, that one call to Cousino [Medical Services] would take care of it all.

As soon as it was discovered (May 14th) we discontinued the furnace (still some cool nights at the time) and air conditioning (sweltering Heat Wave that week) as we didn't want any more contamination then we already had.

As soon as Mike Stevens and NeCole came, they assessed the situation and explain everything they discontinued the humidifier (that was thought to be the problem) put filters in all 14 registers and turn the air back on. We felt they were a Godsend. We are so very thankful for them.

Since the assessment/analysis had already been done by the Wonder makers, the first step was out of the way. Submitting it to our insurance looked fruitless and with the estimate that was quoted seemed more than fair, we were so happy to get started on what seemed to be an enormous job.

In comes NeCole with her professional, efficient, tidy, wonderful crew (Heidi, George, Katie, & Nick) they were all so good! They immediately began the prep that included a track free path to the containment room and coverings over everything. Running it like a well-oiled machine all went like clockwork. Removing the mold contaminated vent system was done under a completely isolated system. HEPAvac sprayed and cleaned the entire house on their hands and knees. Ladder, and whatever it took, tore down and replaced everything and did an amazing, wonderful job.

We cannot tell you in enough words how you Mike and NeCole and your crew are so appreciated in more ways than you'll ever know. In the days where greed, fraud and dishonesty run rampant, to know that there are such honest hard-working caring people that take pride in their work please know how very much you are appreciated.

Sincerely,
Rosemary & Richard K.

Our Partnership Philosophy

8/7/2019

Our partnership philosophy is simple and direct:
By working with you before disaster or when outbreak strikes we remain poised to respond discretely on short notice, with all the experience and expertise you need to get your facility back up and running with minimum disruption to operations and patient care. Our goal is to be your MVP – Most Valuable Partner – when a building disaster or an infectious outbreak occurs.

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Cousino Medical Services provided top notch services that was undetected by visitors and patients. They worked on a schedule that best suited us, and efficiently completed their work in a timely manner.

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