Renown Health Contractor Work Standard | Page 29

Waterborne Infection Control during Construction

• Water soaked materials will mold and must be removed daily

• Flush water lines - if left stagnant more than 5 days bacteria will form

• (* Flush lines for five minutes – open valves slowly to prevent water hammer )

• Cap all pipes ( especially med air ) until installation – debris / mold / bacteria

• These type of activities pose special risks to our patients who may not be able to fight infection