Infection Control Commitment
Chicago Medical Environmental Services (CMES) is committed to maintaining safe, hygienic, and compliant healthcare environments through strict infection prevention and control practices. Our cleaning and disinfection protocols are aligned with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and applicable Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) standards. CMES utilizes EPA-registered, hospital-grade disinfectants, adheres to manufacturer-specified dwell times, and applies risk-based cleaning methods with enhanced focus on high-touch and clinical surfaces. All personnel receive comprehensive training in infection control, bloodborne pathogen standards, PPE use, and safe chemical handling, with ongoing quality assurance inspections to ensure consistent compliance. Our goal is to reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections while supporting each facility’s infection control objectives.
OSHA Exposure Control Alignment
Our procedures align with OSHA standards related to:
Bloodborne pathogens
Exposure prevention
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Safe handling of cleaning chemicals
Staff are trained on exposure control principles relevant to healthcare facilities.
EPA List N Disinfectant Policy
CMES uses disinfectants listed on the EPA List N, approved for use against SARS-CoV-2 and other pathogens.
All products are:
Applied per manufacturer instructions
Used with documented dwell times
Selected based on surface compatibility and facility needs
Product documentation is available upon request.
Quality Assurance & Inspections
Our Quality Assurance program includes:
Routine inspections
Standardized scoring criteria
Documentation and reporting
This system helps ensure consistency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Training & Documentation Standards
Healthcare environments
Infection prevention principles
Chemical safety and PPE
Site-specific procedures
Training records, SOPs, and compliance documentation are maintained and available for audits or RFPs.