Public Health and Sanitation

Maintaining a hygienic healthcare environment plays a pivotal role in mitigating the transmission of infections among patients, staff, and visitors. At Vihiga County Referral Hospital, we prioritize the well-being of all individuals entering our premises. This responsibility falls under the purview of our diligent Public Health Officer, whose primary objective is to uphold patient safety through sustained attention to cleanliness and sanitation.

Within the expansive domain of the Public Health Department at Vihiga County Referral Hospital, a dedicated team of support staff and cleaners are meticulously assigned to various areas across the healthcare facility. Their duties encompass ensuring cleanliness and safety in critical working zones such as inpatient wards, surgical theaters, laboratories, maternity/labor wards, washrooms, and other vital spaces.

In our commitment to fostering a clean and secure environment, we employ comprehensive cleaning strategies that extend beyond mere surface cleanliness. The scope of our services encompasses a wide array of public health initiatives, including waste management. To facilitate effective waste disposal, we have implemented an advanced incinerator system, ensuring the proper and environmentally friendly disposal of medical waste.

The relentless efforts of our support staff and cleaners are geared towards not only meeting but exceeding the highest standards of sanitation. Recognizing the interconnectedness of a clean environment and the well-being of our patients, we continually refine our processes to align with the latest advancements in healthcare cleanliness protocols.

By emphasizing the importance of sanitation and implementing stringent measures, we aim to create a healthcare environment at Vihiga County Referral Hospital that not only meets medical standards but surpasses them. Our commitment to excellence in cleanliness underscores our dedication to ensuring the safety and health of everyone who steps through our doors.