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Tuesday, 26 January 2016

Public Health Awareness on Physical Environment by Jabisod Agencies Ltd

What underlies today’s health system is the understanding of maintaining the health services so as to renew itself with its internal dynamism according to the expectations of the society. An increasing volume of research shows that the physical environment in which patients are cared for and in which caregivers work has a measurable impact on them.

As hospital leaders, health ministries and public health practitioners continue to seek ways to improve quality and reduce errors, it is critical that they look around their own physical environment with the goal of ensuring the hospital contributes to, rather than impedes, the process of healing.

Flooring is an especially important design element within the healthcare environment. Not only is it necessarily found in all spaces, but also the type of flooring specified greatly influences the outcome of each space. For example, Vinyl/Rubber Flooring solutions are increasingly prevalent in health care environments universally, but its estimated that Nigeria remains one of the countries still using generic flooring solutions like ceramic tiles, marble and granite tiles, Terrazo’s e.t.c

Jabisod Agencies Ltd have expanded their flooring product lines over the years, and designers can now choose from a wide range of texture and color combinations. It provides a safe and cushioned surface, and is dimensionally stable with a homogenous construction that is naturally resistant to damage from gouges and scuffs.

Their Rubber/Vinyl flooring solution is an attractive option. Not only does it have a built-in antimicrobial barrier to control bacteria and fungi and prevention of cross-contamination, it also comes in a variety of aesthetic options to complement many decors. Best of all its maintenance is less labor intensive.

"Flooring is a big issue in Health care centers," ceramic tiles, marble/granite floors require excessive mopping which is often associated with an unpleasant odour that has now been attached to Nigerian hospitals, and hospital visitors/patients have often complained that “the hospitals signature odor makes them feel nauseous”.

The Benefits of using our rubber/vinyl (Homogeneous) flooring;

• Reduced patient falls and injuries.

Rubber/Vinyl flooring offers excellent slip resistance properties. Whereas the current generic flooring being used by hospitals in Nigeria, are extremely slippery and therefore patients are more prone to falling.

· Reduced risk of hospital-acquired infections

Rubber/Vinyl tiles have a natural resistance to bacteria and fungi when tested in accordance. In addition, antimicrobial agents can be added to adhesives used for installation to protect against mold and bacteria.

· Reduced patient stress through environmental noise control

Rubber/Vinyl flooring absorbs ambient noise and reduces the sounds of rolling carts and footsteps to create a more peaceful environment. Whereas the noise currently associated with the generic flooring can cause more distress to a patient who will already be tense.

· Creates a positive work environment

Rubber/Vinyl flooring provides additional cushion underfoot. This reduces leg and back fatigue, thus increasing the comfort of the caregivers who spend most of their workday on their feet.

• Improved life-cycle costs and benefits

Rubber/Vinyl flooring lasts longer (a 20 to 30year life-span is common) and because it requires no waxing, costly and time consuming efforts are not expended for its maintenance and upkeep.

Jabisod Agencies Limited stocks a wide variety of Rubber/Vinyl contract floors and skirting/baseboards (Joint Profiles, stair nosing, MDF, Wood, PVC Vinyl Anti-Moisture & Aluminum) and all types of flooring solutions for Ceramic Tiles, Marble floors, Carpets and Rugs, Laminates and Solid woods. We are a leading supplier of a vast array of home improvement products such as Rubber/Vinyl, Wallpapers, Wood Floors(Laminate and Solid), Decks, DecorPaper and Window base.