Hiring a professional environmental cleaning service in hospitals is critical for maintaining safety, meeting compliance standards, and ensuring a positive patient experience. In high-risk environments like healthcare facilities, professional cleaning teams offer the expertise, systems, and reliability needed to protect patients, visitors and staff. We’ll outline why outsourcing hospital cleaning services is a smart, strategic move.
Key Summary
Here’s why professional specialty cleaning is essential in healthcare environments:
- Reduces the risk of hospital-acquired infections (HAIs)
- Ensures compliance with CDC, OSHA, and Joint Commission standards
- Provides trained staff for specialized medical environments
- Enhances patient satisfaction and facility reputation
- Improves operational efficiency and controls long-term costs
Infection Control and Patient Safety
Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are a major concern in hospitals, with thousands of cases reported annually across the U.S. The CDC estimates that 5% of all hospital admissions result in an HAI, totaling approximately 722,000 infections. Professional janitorial services are trained to follow strict protocols for disinfecting patient rooms, surgical suites, and high-touch areas using hospital-grade cleaning agents and proper PPE. At UG2, we combine deep cleaning, disinfection, and sanitization to keep disease from spreading – all while minimizing disruption to your clinical operations.
Specialized Cleaning for Complex Environments
In healthcare, there’s no room for error. UG2 provides highly trained teams who specialize in environmental services across a wide range of departments including:
- Surgical areas with room turnover and terminal cleans to reduce SSIs and HAIs
- Emergency departments using an eight-step cleaning program focused on infection control
- Radiology, pharmacy, physical therapy, and oncology areas with custom sanitization procedures
- Nuclear medicine and MRI rooms with strict adherence to radiation safety and magnet safety standards
Before UG2 team members are deployed in any healthcare environment, they complete your facility’s specific standard operating procedures and training modules. Our staff comes prepared with not only the right certifications but also the right mindset – understanding they are part of the patient care ecosystem.
Regulatory Compliance and Accreditation Support
Hospitals must comply with health and safety regulations set by agencies like the CDC, OSHA, and the Joint Commission. Falling short of these standards can jeopardize accreditation, funding, and public trust. Hiring a qualified UG2 cleaning team ensures your facility meets or exceeds regulatory requirements. We document every cleaning process, use approved chemicals, and provide ATP testing to verify sanitation levels. Our quality management programs support compliance and help you pass inspections with confidence.
More than Cleaning Services
At UG2, our services aren’t just limited to janitorial cleaning – we offer a wide array of facility support services designed to enhance healthcare operations.
- Operations & Maintenance: We ensure your healthcare operations are cost-efficient and performing at their best. This includes electrical and lighting checks, plumbing and pipefitting, fire and life safety, and more.
- Workplace Support Services: We help free up your healthcare team to focus on what matters most – caring for others. Our workplace support services include mailroom sorting and distribution, administrative and clerical support, conference room setup, and more.
These are just some of our overall facility services. For a complete list, visit our full services page.
Why UG2 is the Right Partner for Healthcare Facilities
With over 350 years of combined leadership experience, UG2’s senior management team understands the demands of your industry. Our people don’t just meet expectations – we strive to become citizens of your industry. That means building meaningful relationships, mastering your facility protocols, and evolving our processes every day to set the standard in service delivery. We are proud to work behind the scenes at some of the most respected medical institutions in the country – and we’re ready to support yours too.
Ready to improve safety, performance, and peace of mind at your hospital? Contact us to learn how UG2 can customize a commercial cleaning solution for your healthcare facility’s unique needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do hospitals need commercial cleaning services?
Hospitals require specialized cleaning to prevent infections, maintain compliance with regulations, and ensure a safe environment for patients and staff. Commercial providers offer the expertise and systems needed for high-performance cleaning.
How does cleaning impact hospital-acquired infection rates?
Proper disinfection of surfaces and high-touch areas reduces the spread of pathogens that can lead to HAIs. Trained cleaning teams play a direct role in infection prevention.
What certifications should a hospital cleaning team have?
Teams should be trained in OSHA and CDC protocols, bloodborne pathogen handling, and healthcare-specific sanitation standards. UG2 ensures every team member completes your specific SOPs before entering sensitive environments.
Can outsourced cleaning meet hospital compliance requirements?
Yes. Commercial providers like UG2 develop cleaning protocols aligned with regulatory agencies to ensure your hospital remains in compliance and audit-ready at all times.
Is outsourcing hospital cleaning more cost-effective?
Outsourcing reduces internal labor costs, improves efficiency, and provides access to specialized equipment and trained staff – delivering better results at a controlled cost.
Does UG2 only offer cleaning services for the healthcare industry?
No, as a top facility services provider we work across industries including multi-family residential, public venues, retail, and higher education, among others. Visit our industries page for a full overview of industries we service.