MCS is a IICRC certified company meaning you can be confident that you will get a professional service who will take care of your valuable carpets, furnishings and property.

Certified companies are registered businesses which have pledged to conduct their business honestly, observing the IICRC Code of Ethics, continuing staff training / education and are fully insured.

Sewage Damage Decontamination & Recovery Services

The risks of exposure to sewage?

The risk to health depends on the microbes present, duration of exposure and method of exposure.

Microbes in raw sewage can enter the body via the nose, mouth, open wounds or by inhalation of aerosols or dusts. The most common modes of infection are through drinking contaminated water or hand to mouth transmission. Skin contact alone does not pose a health threat unless you have an open wound.

The survival of pathogens depends on a number of factors; location, type of surface contaminated, whether disinfectants are used and environmental conditions. UV radiation reduces the survival rate of pathogens. Mild temperatures and higher humidity increase survival times. The risk of exposure when handling sewage can be reduced significantly by effective and immediate clean-up and by taking appropriate safety precautions.

Initial safety precautions required

The following safety measures should be observed when handling sewage-contaminated materials:

• Vacate the area immediate.
• All contaminated objects and surfaces require professional treatment ASAP to reduce the risk of infection and to prevent further microbial growth.
  The longer that contaminated water remains the greater the risk of infection occurring. Cleaning should be carried out before the sewage dries out to avoid contaminated dust being dispersed in the air.
  Contact MCS to attend immediately – telephone 1800 800 675.
• Assume anything touched by sewage is contaminated.
• Avoid cross contamination when inspecting the area or moving furniture.
• Do not eat or drink or smoke in sewage handling areas.
• Wash hands well with soap and clean water (preferably hot) before eating or smoking and during and after work. Also wash hands after removing gloves to prevent cross-contamination.
• Wash hands with soap and clean water (preferably hot) after touching any surfaces or objects that may have been contaminated.
• Do not touch your nose, mouth, eyes or ears with your hands, unless you have just washed.
• Keep fingernails short and clean carefully under nails.
• Immediately wash and disinfect any wound that comes into contact with sewage.
• Always use the right personal protective equipment:
  Eye protection.
  Goggles are recommended if using a hose and/or any chemicals
  Rubber boots
  Rubber gloves
  Impervious coveralls or old clothing that may be discarded after use
  Respirator should be used as well
• Ensure vaccinations are up to date for tetanus and hepatitis A.
• Take care - wet surfaces can be very slippery!
• Do not enter confined spaces that have been contaminated with sewage, as toxic, flammable or asphyxiating gases may be present.
• Contact a doctor immediately if illness occurs.
• Contaminated soil, sand or lawn should be allowed to degrade naturally as microbes will be inactivated within several days of exposure to UV radiation from sunlight. Bacterial numbers on grass are generally reduced to background levels within 20 days. We suggest you place barriers to restrict access during this time.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE –
TELEPHONE 1800 800 675   24HRS / 7 DAYS

Need Urgent Assistance?

Your call is answered
24hours 7days a week.

By getting expert advice and speedy service we can help you mitigate further damage to your property.

Dehumidifier Sales

MCS can deliver your desired dehumidifier Australia wide.
Home, domestic, commercial dehumidifiers for sale in use in your home and workplace

• protect electronic equipment
• photographic needs
• collections & paper items
• libraries
• museums
• leather and timber items
• allergy / asthma suffers
• mould and dust mites

100% customer satisfaction...
guaranteed!

In the unlikely situation that you are not happy with our job we will re-attend and rectify the item requested. If this cannot be achieved to your satisfaction MCS will refund you the value of this work.