The Health Hazards of an Unattended Death
Most people equate death with rigor mortis – the state when a deceased body stiffens up – but this is temporary: within 24 to 48 hours after death, decomposition and putrefaction have actually begun inside, and microorganisms are already breaking down organs and vessels. As a result, this may pose the following dangers:
- Depending on the state of health the deceased was in, there is a potential for contact with blood-borne pathogens;
- Putrefaction bloats the body, releasing noxious gases into the surrounding air; and
- Decomposition causes parts of the body to liquefy, and this organic sludge can seep into porous materials such as wood, fabric, and even concrete, leaving potential contaminants behind.
Related: Deceased Estate Clean Up in Perth
Why is a Professional Biohazard Clean-up required for Unattended Death?
Trying to clean up the remains of an unattended death is not just traumatic on the part of the person who found the body or for the family of the deceased, but it also poses health risks and environmental damage. In which case, professional yet compassionate assistance is necessary.
Bringing in a professional cleaning crew ensures thorough disinfection of the affected site to prevent the possibility of contamination and contagion, which may affect the health of those living in the area.
Along with removing the body, thorough cleaning, disinfection, and proper disposal of hazardous and contaminated items are part of the process involved. All these are done with great respect for both the deceased and their families.
In Your Hour of Need, Call the Professionals
For these difficult situations, we at Kleen Slate Services are here to help. Call us at 0427784593 or email us at info@kleenslate.com.au for assistance in Perth Unattended Death Clean Up.
The Most Common Unattended Death FAQs
Of all the challenges people deal with, unattended deaths are the least pleasant. Discovering a corpse is traumatizing as it is disgusting. It doesn’t help that most people are caught off-guard not knowing what to do. That said, below are common FAQs that offer valuable insight on this issue:
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