Reply To: CoP webinar question – COVID Laundry and waste management

[Penelope Radalj]

Management of linen from a suspected or confirmed COVID-19 case should be in accordance with standard precautions and routine procedure.

Handle soiled laundry with minimum agitation (do not shake dirty laundry) to avoid contamination of the air, surfaces, and persons.

Linen that is heavily soiled with blood, body substances or other fluids (including water) should be contained in clear leak-proof bags.

Personal clothing that is usually laundered by the family should be placed in a plastic bag for transport.

Clothing, linen, mop heads and soft toys from health service settings should be laundered through a laundry service that is compliant with AS/NZS 4146:2000.

For residential settings, laundry should be washed at the hottest temperature the items can withstand. Use usual detergent and dry items completely.
ref: https://www.health.vic.gov.au/covid-19-infection-prevention-control-guidelines/standard-and-transmission-based-precautions

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