MRSA and Vermin Control Procedures #0005

PURPOSE OF ORDER:

This order establishes policy and provides guidelines for laundry exchange and cleaning in the event an inmate is identified as having Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) or any similar, contagious, easily transmitted medical condition or infection.

SCOPE OF ORDER:

This order applies to all personnel assigned to the Fire Camp Training Unit/PDC-East Facility.

ORDER: 

Inmates with vermin or specific medical problems create the need for special handling of their clothing.  The medical staff will determine if vermin are present and contaminated clothing will be placed in plastic bags.  These bags will be taken to the facility laundry where they will be stored with other soiled laundry awaiting transport to Laundry Services for cleaning.

All inmates in the immediate vicinity or adjacent bed areas shall:     

1. Receive a complete change of bedding and clothing exchange.
2. Scrub and disinfect their entire bed area, including bed frames and mattresses using the Citra-cide solution.  Allow the Citra-cide to remain on areas for ten minutes prior to wiping off with clean towels.  In addition to the contaminated bunk, disinfect bunks and mattresses located on both sides and in front/back of the contaminated bunk.  Bag soiled towels and leave in [REDACTED TEXT] for cleaning.
3. Use a specialized shampoo supplied by the medical staff to wash all body hair.
4. The inmates shall be re-checked in 48 hours and the previous steps repeated as necessary.
5. Ensure the procedures are logged in the proper Title 15 book, under “Medical Events” (ie.; 0950 hours - John Doe #1234567 - Treated for MRSA - Clothing Exchanged/Disinfected Mattresses on Bunks 44,45,46,47).