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Managing General Hospital Dirty Laundry: Protocols, Risks, and Operational Excellence

"The management of textiles within a healthcare environment—often referred to as "general hospital dirty laundry"—is far more than a simple janitorial task. It is a critical component of infection prevention and control (IPC). In a clinical setting, laundry is categorized as biohazardous waste if it has come into contact with blood, bodily fluids, or infectious pathogens. Consequently, the handling, transportation, and decontamination of hospital linens are governed by stringent regulatory standards, such as those set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in the United States and similar global health authorities. When ho..."

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