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Trauma clean-up for the Metropolitan Police

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The Problem: Domestic trauma incident, London

In the early hours of a December night, the Hammersmith and Fulham Metropolitan Police faced a distressing challenge. A severe trauma clean-up service was urgently required in a privately owned property within a residential block. The communal stairwell had become the site of a harrowing incident, leaving body fluids and forensic dust scattered throughout the area.

The primary concern was ensuring the health and safety of the building’s tenants while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and discretion. The police needed an experienced team capable of handling such a sensitive and hazardous situation swiftly and effectively.

The Solution: Emergency trauma clean & decontamination

We answered the call at 12:30am on a bank holiday, deploying a team of highly trained technicians to the scene. Equipped with expertise from the National Academy of Crime Scene Cleaners, our team worked tirelessly alongside specialist Scene of Crime Officers to sanitise and restore the affected area.

Operating within a cordoned-off zone, the team conducted a meticulous clean-up to remove all biohazardous materials, including body fluids, forensic dust, and other hazardous waste. Our approach prioritised safety, hygiene, and discretion to minimise disruption to the residents.

Using advanced cleaning techniques and safety equipment, the team ensured the complete decontamination of the site. Personal possessions were carefully restored where possible, and hazardous materials were disposed of safely and discreetly. By the early hours of the morning, the job was complete, with the area returned to a safe and sanitary state.

Graeme Findlay, Project Manager for the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham, commended us for our swift and professional service:

“We were very pleased with the response we got from Ideal Response. We called out of the blue, after midnight on a bank holiday. Thanks.”

The Result

The thorough and discreet efforts of our team ensured that residents were shielded from the distressing aftermath of the incident. The Senior Scene of Crimes Director praised the team’s professionalism and indicated his willingness to call on us for future trauma cleaning needs.

Trauma clean-up requires a balance of technical expertise, sensitivity, and rapid response. We consistently deliver in these areas, providing 24/7 support to police, landlords, and families across the UK.

Trauma clean-up is not just about cleaning, it’s about helping people move forward from difficult circumstances. We’re proud to be a trusted partner when these projects arise, delivering swift and compassionate support when it’s needed most.

For more information or to access 24/7 emergency trauma clean-up services, talk to us.

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