Water Damage

Posted 15/4/2014
With the Met Office reporting that the worst-hit areas of the UK will see no relief from the extreme weather over the next few days, Harris Safety Solution Ltd is helping businesses and home owners  to be prepared, stay safe and plan for the clean-up operation. Please share to help those who may be effected
Advice and things to consider when cleaning up flood water damage:

•Take care. There ...may be unseen dangers in the water such as sharp objects, holes or dips in the ground and raised manhole covers. Flood water may have caused structural damage to buildings. •Flood water can contain sewage, chemicals and animal waste. Always wear the correct personal protective equipment, such as waterproof outerwear, including gloves and wellington boots. Prevent water from splashing in your mouth by wearing a simple face mask and protect your eyes with safety glasses or goggles. •You can get water out of your property using a pump or generator. Position the generator outside in the open air as generators produce carbon monoxide fumes which can kill •Only pump water out when flood levels outside your property start to be lower than inside. This reduces the risk of structural damage. •Switch off electricity supply at the mains. While standing in flood water NEVER touch sources of electricity. If you need to use power tools, use battery powered tools where possible or if necessary, use a portable generator. •Shovel mud away evenly from both sides of a wall. This stops pressure building up on one side. •You can clean and disinfect your property using ordinary household products. •A garden hose is useful for washing down. Do not use high-pressure hoses as they blast contaminated matter into the air. •If you are drying your property naturally, keep doors and windows open as much as possible. If using dehumidifiers, close external doors and windows.

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