Due to the onset of COVID-19 and subsequent guidance provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), organizations are using more chemical cleaners and disinfectants than ever before.
Unfortunately, this has given rise to more accidents including severe chemical burns. As an example, the product used to disinfect playground equipment at one of our insured’s daycares was not diluted pursuant with the label instructions prior to application. As a result, several children sustained chemical burns. One child had significant injuries requiring multiple surgeries and treatment in the ICU burn unit.
Here are some guidelines to follow to help reduce your organization’s risk of such accidents:
Our Risk Control experts are here to help
If you have additional questions on the proper use of chemical cleaners and disinfectants or safely cleaning and disinfecting spaces and equipment, call Risk Control Central at (800) 554-2642 (Option 4), Ext. 5213 or visit churchmutual.com/RCC.