Workplace Safety
2/18/2022 (Permalink)
The workplace is where most people spend about a third of their life, around 8+ hours a day, and usually 5 or more days a week. Whether you work outdoors, or in an office there are dangers in any work environment. It is important that companies provide the knowledge and tools to provide a safe workplace for their employees.
Here is a list of workplace safety tips that are a great starting point and should be a part of your daily routine:
- Use equipment, tools, and machinery properly
- Wear necessary safety gear
- Keep your area clear from clutter
- Report any unsafe conditions
- Be aware of your surroundings
- Practicing good posture and lifting techniques
- Stayin hydrated
- Take regular breaks
- Always report injuries that happen on the job
Those are just a few tips to keep in mind, most jobs will have additional training courses for their employees and information on safety specific to the job. So how can we, SERVPRO of Southwest Wichita help you? Cleanliness of the workplace is so important to the safety of your job, this includes fire hazards, biohazard services, and full commercial cleaning services such as duct cleaning, carpet cleaning, covid cleanings, and odor removal. We offer free emergency response plans for your business and are available 24/7 for your needs. Give SERVPRO of Southwest Wichita a call (316)260-9011.
Tools of the Trade
2/7/2022 (Permalink)
Pictured is a protimeter, carpet probe, air mover, and a thermal camera.
Being a leader in the restoration industry means that our tools have to be able to keep up with our practice. SERVPRO is constantly looking to improve our efficiency on the job by continuing to provide upgraded equipment that streamlines the restoration process. We have amazing employees that work hard and are highly trained and the best way to support them is to give them the tools they need to get the job done.
Here are some of our most used tools in the business and what they do:
Air Mover:
The Air Mover is our classic fan that we use on almost every water loss. In combination with our dehumidifier the fan speeds up the drying process significantly. When we put all the measurements of the affected area into our drying program it calculates the optimal amount of Air Movers needed to get the job done.
Dehumidifier:
Our Dehumidifier does what it says, removes humidity from the air by creating and adding heat. When you are trying to dry an area the more humidity the longer it is going to take. Our dehumidifiers pump out around 100-degree air at 12-20% humidity which is very helpful to drying when your typical water damage is at around 60-80% on day 1. Our dehumidifiers work by having a refrigeration inside which forces the water in the air to condense inside the dehumidifier in the reservoir and the heat that is lost by the water from the condensation is then used by the dehumidifier as heat that is exhausts back into the room.
Protimiter:
The protimeter is the tool we use to measure the moisture content on walls, hardwood/tile flooring, and even furniture. Often times surfaces cand look dry, and even feel dry and still be extremely saturated.
Thermal Cameras:
Thermal cameras can help us clearly see the temperature differences where water may still be affecting an areas. This is very helpful with tall walls and ceilings.
Carpet Probes:
When your carpet gets wet sometimes it is hard to tell, as the water absorbs from area to the next some area may be more saturated. The carpet probe is a tool that helps us determine what areas are wet. The carpet probe is essentially a broken circle and if the carpet is wet enough that it is able to duct the charge and finish the circuit.
Laser Measure:
When we go into your property to assess the damages we take measurements to help with our sketches of the rooms that were affected. A laser measure quickly takes measurements without the use of a standard tape measure.
Let SERVPRO of Southwest Wichita be your go-to restoration company. If your home or property is affected by a water loss we are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year (316) 260-9011.
What is the IICRC?
1/31/2022 (Permalink)
The IICRC is the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification, a non-profit organization for the Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Industries. The knowledge they provide allows SERVPRO to advance their education and continue to be a leader in the restoration industry. They offer over 20 different certifications, below are a few of the certifications we hold here at SERVPRO:
- AMRT - Applied Microbial Remediation Technician
- ASD - Applied Structural Drying Technician
- CCT - Carpet Cleaning Technician
- ECTP - Employee Certification Training Program
- FSRT - Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Technician
- IICRC Certified Firm
- JTC - Journeyman Textile Cleaner
- OCT - Odor Control Technician
- RRRP - Lead-Based Paint Activities and Renovation
- UFT - Upholstery & Fabric Cleaning Technician
- WRT - Water Damage Restoration Technician
Having a company you can trust is so important, when you go through a stressful and emotional time during your loss you want a company that is knowledgeable and trained to get the job done efficiently. Being an IICRC certified firm means we can give you the confidence to call us when disaster strikes. We are a 24-hour emergency service and will quickly respond. To contact our office for a non-emergency service such as a mold inspection, duct cleaning, or carpet cleaning, or to reach our emergency line for a water loss, call (316) 260-9011.
For Service in Southwest Wichita, Call SERVPRO at (316)260-9011
5/28/2021 (Permalink)
Faster to Any Size Disaster
SERVPRO of Southwest Wichita provides 24-hour emergency service and is dedicated to being your trusted restoration company in the Wichita area. We can respond immediately to your emergency and have the knowledge to handle your restoration or cleaning needs.
- 24-Hour Emergency Service
- Faster to Any-Sized Disaster
- Highly Trained Restoration Technicians
- A Trusted Leader in the Restoration Industry
- Locally Owned and Operated
Have Questions? Call Us 24/7 (316)260-9011
Commercial Services
There is never a convenient time for fire or water damage to strike your commercial property. Every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. When you are in need of professional cleaning or emergency restoration services, we have the trained technicians to get your property back to business. Learn more about our commercial services:
Residential Services
Whether your home needs emergency flood damage or your upholstery cleaned, you can depend on us. Our technicians have extensive cleaning and restoration training and can make your property look its best. Learn more about our residential services:
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