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• jeni smith

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  Posted in the topic Have a garden in the forum Supplements

  July 4, 2018 1:34 AM MDT

  Over the last 5 years the range of artificial grass or astroturf (as its more commonly the referred to in the UK) has been said to have trebled. This is mainly due the price dropping dramatically due to manufacturers increasing their production as demand from UK customers has increased.

  

  This means that astroturf has become a viable option as a permanent replacement for 'real' grass and turf. Many home owners and businesses are turning to astroturf.

  The internet has a vast choice of suppliers and installers and we intend to give you advice as to how the get the best out of purchasing your artificial grass online.

  DIY or call in the Professionals?
  One of the first thing you will need to address is can you lay the grass yourself or are you going to need to call in professional help?

  To give to you an idea up to 80% of the total price of your artificial grass will be installation cost.
  A small garden area of 4m x 8m would cost £320 in artificial grass (£10 sqm)
  Cost of labour to include preparing the area and install up to £800 (£25 sqm)
  Total cost £1,120

  Given these prices the benefits in DIY are clear however....

  With artificial grass at a price of £20 sqm, cut it wrong and you may have just have wasted £800!!!!
  Due to this we recommend that any artificial grass costing more than £20sqm be installed professionally

  The DIY route

  What's involved in preparing the ground ready for this type of grass?
  To fit artificial grass there are some basic work that will need to done to prepare the area.

  

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  1. Remove the grass sod by hand or by using a turf cutter for larger areas.
  2. You should then level and compact the ground. This is usually done by adding or removing soil and then compacting it down with something heavy; in most cases your foot will do a sufficient job.
  3. Lay a levelling layer of sharp sand to provide a level surface on which to lay the grass.

  On top of even level hard bases (Driveways, Patios, Balconies, Decked Areas etc)
  1. No preparation necessary you can get artificial turf that goes directly to hard surfaces. A rubber bubble backing allows for the drainage of water. You may also want to invest in some decent drainage system as this will help area concerned with flooding.

  

  Laying the grass
  1. Unroll the artificial grass onto the base; this is best done by at least two people.
  2. Check for damage, tears, rips, stains caused during delivery. Do not proceed to install until you have contacted the retailer if damage has been caused.
  3. Trim the artificial grass to size using a sharp utility knife or scissors. Make sure that you have accurate measurements before trimming. Ideally you will want to lay the grass down and trim around to remove the excess.
  4. Some grass need infilling by brushing special sand like material into it. Your supplier will be able to advise you on this when purchasing.

• jeni smith

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  June 10, 2018 11:59 PM MDT

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• jeni smith

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  June 10, 2018 11:55 PM MDT

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• jeni smith

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  Posted in the topic Maintenance of Surgical Instruments to Ensure Patient Safety in the forum Supplements

  December 19, 2017 2:12 AM MST

  Cleaning and Maintenance of Surgical Instruments

  Surgical instruments must be cleaned and sterilized before they can be used.

  In terms of patient safety the cleanliness of surgical instruments is very important.

  When you check a surgical instrument it is vital to access all the parts to ensure that it is clean.Hard to reach areas are often missed where dirt maybe trapped.

  Instruments with moving parts need to be disassembled before cleaning and have the surface checked.

  

  Separate general instruments from delicate instruments as the manual cleaning process differs considerably. Especially complex instruments made from tungsten are harder to clean and require more detailed instructions.

  A good starting point of the cleaning process is to determine if any corrosion has occurred

  Dirt and contaminants leads to corrosion of an instrument. Corrosion often means that the surface of the surgical instrument becomes uneven and therefore easily collects dirt.

  Corrosion impacts on the lifetime of the surgical instrument and it is significantly reduced.

  A long lifetime is important for economic reasons and also for the environment.

  Manual cleaning of instruments

  Clean the instrument as soon as possible after use.

  Do not allow blood or other materials to dry on the instruments. If the cleaning is delayed, orthodontic band pusher,  place the instruments in a container with detergent or an enzyme solution in order to prevent any materials to dry on the instrument.

  It is also very important to clean all instruments regardless of whether they have been used or not as they may accidentally have been in contact with blood or saline.

  Start off by rinsing with cold tap water to remove visible contamination, followed by soaking the instruments in special solution such as 3E-Zyme which is effective against all residues.

  

  Scrub the instruments thoroughly with a nylon brush, and rinse with a syringe to ensure all cavities and narrow places are reached

  There should be instructions from the manufacturer on what type of disinfectants and cleaning agents to use and it is important to follow the exact instructions as using the wrong cleaning solution for example a harsh, abrasive agents or to high alkaline can result in damaging the instrument.

  The cleaning solution recommended varies depending of for example type of steel and if the product contains tungsten.

  The instructions on dosage and time are also to be observed, this can vary greatly depending of the type of solution.

  Factors to Consider when ordering surgical instruments

  The type of surface finish. A highly polished surface will increase the resistance to both coating and rust.

  If the instrument is hand-forged and partly handmade it would impact on how smooth the edges and corners on the instruments are and decrease any pockets that can collect dirt.

  It is also worth remembering that the instruments should have a batch number or lot number for sterilisation purposes and traceability.

  There are some companies selling surgical instruments that are only marked with their own internal products code and this is sometimes mistaken for a batch or a lot number and would not be sufficient.

  The instruments should also have a guarantee from the manufacturer that they are accredited to ISO 9001:2000 and the products should also be CE marked. The CE mark must be engraved on the product.

  What type of warranty the manufacturer offer. Most manufacturers offer warranties that states that a defective instruments will be repaired free of charge within a certain time period.

  

  The manufacturer should supply information on what cleaning solutions should be used Arch forming pliers

  One important question is where the instruments are manufactured. Surgical instruments manufactured in India and Pakistan tends to be a lot cheaper than the German and Scandinavian ones but the quality is sometimes very poor.

  The type of steel used is also important. Japanese steel is considered to be superior in quality to for instance steel from Pakistan.

  It is often possible to receive a free sample from the manufacturer for valuation.

  Factors to consider repairing surgical instruments

  Carry out an annual check of the instruments.

  A good practice is to use identification tags which will identify if the instrument needs to be repaired or sharpened.

  Only use a professional company that is specialised in repairs of surgical instrument.