Mintie | Global Provider of Indoor Environmental Solutions

Infectious Material Containment

A key element in any construction, remodel or major maintenance project is to have an integrated program to control the dust borne pathogens associated with construction activities. Mintie’s Infectious Material Containment Program (IMCP) which controls the dust generated by construction related activities, reduces the potential for healthcare organization-acquired illnesses.

Mintie’s IMCP includes:

• Inspection of the project site to determine an appropriate facility-specific method to ensure compliance with all existing and new regulations
• Onsite survey to install and maintain specific IMC protocols during all phases of construction
• Collaboration with the hospital’s infection control practitioner to assist in the development of an Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) for construction/renovation projects and compliance with internal policies and procedures
• On-site management of air conditioning systems cleaning and rehabilitation
• Assisting facility administration on master plan development and budgeting

Experiencing the Mintie Difference

• Environmental Awareness: Mintie uses our patented ECU (Environment Containment Unit) to prevent dispersion of dust borne pathogens to unprotected areas, thus meeting industry standards and hospital protocol
• Coordination: Mintie works with contractors and hospital staff to minimize disruptions, improve project management and meet project deadlines
• Effective Communication: Mintie understands client concerns and the information clients require, which builds trust and customer satisfaction
• Daily Control: Mintie reports on project progress to clients on a daily basis 
• Documentation: Mintie provides complete visual and written documentation authenticating the quality and scope of service 
• Rapid Response: In case of emergency, our rapid response teams can begin time sensitive work within 24 hours
• Continuous Availability: You can reach our entire team of respected service specialists anytime for answers to any questions you may have

Identifying the Problem

White Memorial Medical Center’s (WMMC) Facilities Manager contacted Mintie to perform an Infectious Material Containment (IMC) Barriers / Equipment installation and IMC assessment of their ongoing construction projects. The construction work consisted of multiple phased patient room remodels. There was concerne that critical barriers separating occupied patient areas were poorly constructed and might be compromised by constant construction personnel entry and exit.

Conducting the Service

Mintie initially conducted an on site survey and noted various  potential lapses in good IMC practices, including; damaged barriers, improper demolition debris transport, construction personnel improperly exiting containment areas and inoperable or no negative air machines at anteroom entrances. Mintie’s project proposal included the installation of all required IMC barriers and equipment, exceeding WMMC IMC project specifications. This included; full time monitoring of IMC barriers, negative pressure anteroom construction access, and a comprehensive record keeping protocol to document daily IMC status. The project was awarded to Mintie and construction continues today with Mintie Corporation IMC support.

Client Relationship Management

Mintie's successful efforts on this project are another example Mintie Corporation’s decade old relationship partnering with WMMC Facilities Department to enhance facilities operations and practices.