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The Significance of Hospital Cleaning Services in the Prevention of Infection

Adam Trew
Last Update:
August 21, 2025

Discover how hospital cleaning services from CS Cleaning in Milton Keynes help prevent infections and support patient safety. Trusted, compliant and tailored solutions.

In hospitals, cleanliness is not just an aesthetic problem; it's an important defence against the spread of deadly bacteria and viruses. Hospitals and clinics are high-risk areas where infection can be spread to vulnerable patients without rigorous hygiene protocols and regimes. At CS Cleaning, we understand the significance of professional hospital cleaning services to infection control and patient safety.

Why Hospital Cleaning Matters

Healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) infect about 300,000 patients annually, straining the NHS and endangering lives. HCAIs can be transmitted through surfaces, equipment, and even clothing. Up-to-date cleaning procedures effectively remove the risk to a large extent, leaving a safer environment for both patients and healthcare professionals.

Breaking the Chain of Infection

Hospital cleaning services play a crucial role in breaking the chain of infection. Each of the following practices is vital to a full healthcare clean: 

Targeting High-Touch Surfaces: Door handles, bed rails, nurse call buttons, and medical equipment are hotspots for bacteria. Effective and frequent disinfection of these touchpoints reduces transmission.

Utilising Hospital-Grade Disinfectants: We only use authorised cleaning products which meet NHS and CQC cleanliness standards.

Following Colour-Coded Cleaning Systems: In order to avoid cross-contamination, we take strict zoning protocols, where toilet or ward cloths and tools are never, ever reused in other areas. Additionally, we are experienced cleaners with a keen focus on detail.

Supporting Clinical Staff

A hygienic environment complements the activities of the clinical teams. It enables health professionals to conduct procedures and deliver care without the additional concern of environmental contamination. Our cleaning personnel coordinate with hospital staff to guarantee smooth service delivery without interruption.

Customised Cleaning Protocols

We tailor our hospital cleaning schedules to the specific requirements of every healthcare facility across Milton Keynes and the surrounding areas. From standard day-to-day cleaning programs to infection outbreak control, we provide efficient, high-calibre service with strict compliance with health and safety guidelines.

Staff Training and Monitoring

All cleaners who are sent to a healthcare premises undergo extensive training in infection control procedures, the application of PPE and COSHH regulations. Quality assurance and regular audit ensures that not only are standards achieved but surpassed on a consistent basis.

Recommended by Milton Keynes University Hospital

CS Cleaning has been a long-term cleaning partner for the Milton Keynes University Hospital and their newly established dialysis unit. Their cleaners provide an excellent standard of cleaning from routine cleaning, waste disposal, terminal cleaning of isolated rooms, patient support and keeping a consistent routine cleaning schedule. 

“CS Cleaning significantly improved the overall cleanliness and hygiene of our clinical area. Their consistent and thorough routines have had a positive impact on daily operations and patient experience.” - Milton Keynes University Hospital

Need a reliable Milton Keynes hospital cleaning partner?

Call CS Cleaning today to find out about your facility's requirements and how we can help with your infection prevention protocols.