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To clean up vomit or feces safely and sanitarily, prioritize personal protective equipment (PPE), contain the mess, remove the bulk of the waste, and then thoroughly wash and disinfect all contaminated surfaces.

 

The specific cleaning and disinfection methods vary depending on whether the surface is hard or soft, like carpet. 

 

General safety precautions Before you begin, gather your supplies and take steps to protect yourself and others from contamination. 

• Isolate the area. Clear people and pets away from the contaminated area. For potential norovirus exposure, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a 25-foot safety radius.
• Protect yourself. Wear disposable gloves, and for larger or splashy spills, add a face mask or goggles, a disposable apron, and shoe covers. Change your gloves if they rip or become contaminated.
• Avoid aerosolizing germs. Never use a vacuum cleaner to pick up vomit or feces, as this can spread infectious particles through the air.
• Wash your hands. After all cleaning is complete, remove and dispose of your PPE, and wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. This is a critical step in preventing the spread of infection. 

 

Cleaning hard surfaces This process is suitable for non-porous areas like floors, countertops, and toilets. 

• Remove solids. Cover the waste with disposable paper towels or an absorbent powder like baking soda or cat litter to soak up fluids. Use a scoop, scraper, or dustpan to carefully transfer the solid waste into a plastic trash bag.
• Wash the surface. Clean the area with a fresh solution of hot, soapy water using disposable paper towels or a disposable mop head. Extend your cleaning to all potentially contaminated areas, such as door handles or nearby furniture. Rinse with clean water.
• Disinfect. Apply a bleach solution or an EPA-approved disinfectant designed to kill pathogens like norovirus.Bleach solution: Combine one cup of regular household bleach (5.25%) with one gallon of water. Use a spray bottle to saturate the cleaned area.
• Contact time: Allow the disinfectant to sit for the recommended contact time, typically at least 5 to 10 minutes, before wiping it away.
• Rinse food contact surfaces. If cleaning surfaces that touch food, rinse them with clean water after disinfecting. 

 

Cleaning soft surfaces (carpet and upholstery)

 

For carpets and furniture, you must be careful to avoid bleach, which can cause permanent discoloration. 

• Scrape and blot. Using a scoop or scraper, remove as much of the solid waste as possible and place it in a plastic bag. Use clean paper towels to blot up any remaining liquid.
• Apply absorbent powder. Sprinkle baking soda, cornstarch, or another absorbent powder over the affected spot to soak up moisture and neutralize odors. Let it sit for about 15 minutes.
• Vacuum. Once the powder is dry, use a vacuum to remove it. You can also use a broom and dustpan to avoid contaminating your vacuum canister.
• Disinfect and deodorize.With bleach-free solutions: Blot the area with a homemade solution of one part white vinegar to one part water or an enzyme-based cleaner.
• With steam: A steam cleaner is a highly effective way to disinfect carpets and upholstery. Use a setting of 170°F for at least five minutes. 

 

Handling contaminated laundry

• Contain and separate. Carefully place any soiled clothing, linens, or other fabrics into a sealed, disposable bag.
• Wash and dry on high heat. Machine wash the contaminated items separately from other laundry using the longest cycle with hot water and detergent. 
• The CDC recommends drying the laundry on the highest heat setting. 

 

Final disposal

• Secure and double-bag. Put all contaminated cleaning materials, waste, and used PPE into a sturdy plastic trash bag.
• Dispose of waste properly. Seal the bag and place it in a secure trash container for immediate removal. Always check local guidelines for the proper disposal of bodily fluid waste.
• Flush fecal matter. If possible, you can flush the bulk of solid fecal waste down a toilet before bagging the rest of the contaminated materials.