Bio-One Of Orange decontamination and biohazard cleaning services

Trauma Cleanup Services: What You Need to Know After a Death

Some people believe that the police or coroner’s office handles trauma cleanup services after a death in the home or vehicle. This is not true. Once the investigation is over, families are left with the aftermath. That’s where we come in - the company you never knew you needed.

Professional Trauma Cleanup Services

Bio-One of Orange specializes in trauma cleanup services and biohazard cleanup. We handle situations like unattended deaths, suicides, and crime scenes. Our team works with care and discretion to restore the space safely. We follow strict industry protocols and use advanced cleaning techniques to eliminate biohazards, ensuring the area is safe and habitable again. We proudly serve cities throughout Orange County, including Anaheim, Santa Ana, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Fullerton, Orange, Garden Grove, and Mission Viejo. Learn more about our crime scene cleanup services and how we can assist you during these difficult times.

When Police Departments Hire Trauma and Biohazard Cleanup Companies

While police officers and investigators are responsible for processing a crime scene, they do not handle the cleanup. In some cases, law enforcement agencies contract professional biohazard cleanup companies like Bio-One of Orange to ensure proper decontamination of crime scenes, accident sites, or areas affected by biohazardous materials. We work alongside law enforcement to clean and restore locations after traumatic events. Our rapid response and professional approach make us a trusted partner in these situations.

The Coroner’s Office and Biohazard Cleanup

Many people assume that the Orange County Coroner’s Office handles cleanup after a death, but this is not the case. You can visit their official website here for more information. The coroner’s role is to investigate the cause of death and release the body to the next of kin or funeral home. They do not clean up the scene. However, the coroner’s office often provides referrals to professional biohazard cleanup companies like Bio-One of Orange to ensure families receive the help they need. If you are referred to us, rest assured that we will handle the situation with professionalism, discretion, and care.

Who Pays for Cleanup?

Most of the time, families pay privately for these services. However, home or auto insurance may cover the costs. We work with many insurance providers and help navigate the claims process to ease the burden. If you're unsure about coverage, contact us, and we can guide you through your options.

Free Estimates and Evaluation

We understand that every situation is unique. That's why Bio-One of Orange offers free estimates to help families understand the cost upfront. In some cases, photos or videos of the affected area can help us provide an accurate estimate remotely. However, for more complex situations, we recommend an in-person evaluation. Our professionals will walk through the scene, assess the extent of contamination, and offer a clear breakdown of costs.

How Long Does Cleanup Take?

Every biohazard cleanup is different, and the time required varies based on the extent of the situation. Some jobs, such as small, contained areas, can be completed in just a few hours. More extensive cleanups, like unattended deaths or hoarding situations, may take several days. Factors such as structural damage, odor removal, and decontamination levels also impact the timeline. Our team at Bio-One of Orange works efficiently while ensuring every job is completed thoroughly and safely.

Compassionate and Discreet Support

Dealing with trauma and loss is overwhelming. Our team approaches every job with empathy, professionalism, and respect for those involved. We arrive discreetly and work efficiently to remove biohazards while maintaining your privacy.

If you ever face this unexpected situation, know that you’re not alone. Bio-One of Orange is here 24/7 to help. Call us at 714-397-8375 or visit biooneorange.com to learn more about our services and how we can assist you.

Police Car and its Emergency Vehicle Decontamination

Police officers and sheriffs complete some of the most difficult tasks imaginable. One of these tasks is the emergency vehicle decontamination to clean up biohazardous waste. Through their day-to-day activities, patrol officers regularly encounter bacterial threats at crime scenes.

Blood, body fluids, narcotics and dangerous chemicals carry unseen pathogens that linger on surfaces for weeks. While officers do not interact with these substances like crime scene investigators do, they frequently process contaminated criminals and witnesses.

The Threat of Biohazardous Materials

These biohazardous materials may be difficult to detect, especially in the chaotic aftermath of a crime scene. Traces of blood, saliva or fentanyl on someone’s clothes may not affect an officer directly, but bacterial agents stay on upholstery in patrol cars long after a suspect has been processed. Violence and unsanitary behavior by jail inmates creates the same problem for correctional officers. Letting these biohazardous materials fester in holding cells exacerbates the threat to authorities and prisoners alike.

How Bio-One Helps in Emergency Vehicle Decontamination

Cleaning biohazardous materials without the right chemicals and equipment prolongs the problem. Both of these situations demand a comprehensive decontamination solution. Fortunately, Bio-One partners with local law enforcement to disinfect patrol cars and jail cells nationwide.

Each job that Bio-One completes is unique. But we’ve been in the business long enough to know that emergency vehicle decontamination is difficult, no matter how much training you have. It’s cramped, restrictive and difficult to reach certain areas.

Furthermore, porous materials in the vehicle soak up and retain bacteria long after exposure to chemicals and bodily substances, leaving officers and passengers vulnerable to infection. Unfortunately, materials saturated with bio-waste are difficult to clean with over-the-counter solutions.

Powerful chemicals are essential to disinfect the vehicle to diminish the risk of spreading disease through bloodborne pathogens. We hire experts in biohazard remediation to thoroughly restore cruisers, transport vehicles, riot vans and K9 patrol cars so you don’t have to.

We’ll disassemble and replace vehicle components affected by biohazardous waste and target invisible pathogens that a contaminated suspect may have left behind. Our process also eliminates stubborn odours and removes signs of visible waste, like vomit or blood spills.

Bio-One will do the same for holding cells in jails and prisons, which can become hotbeds for infectious pathogens if proper deep-cleaning techniques are not employed. Superbugs like MRSA and Escherichia spread in confined spaces, especially where people share living quarters. A disease outbreak puts prisoners and correctional officers at risk and threatens the reputation of the entire facility.

We’ll ensure that cells tarnished by vomiting, blood spills, urination, defecation and saliva are purged of pathogens. But we also handle suicide and homicide cleanup when they occur. We’ll remove materials affected by the incident and properly decontaminate the cell for future use. Police and sheriff work doesn’t need to be any more challenging than it already is.

Bio-One is Here to Help!

Contact Bio-One of Orange if you need to restore your patrol car or refurbish a holding cell in your facility, and we’ll remove the problem within a 24-hour window. We are on standby all night, every day of the year, to address your unique situation.

#HELPFIRST FOR FIRST RESPONDERS - NATIONAL POLICE WEEK

Bio-One Donates First Aid Kits in Recognition of National Police Week

In recognition of National Police Week, May 9-15, Bio-One thanked first responders by donating first aid kits to local departments. This initiative is part of the nationwide campaign #HelpFirst for First Responders.

Throughout the week, Bio-One offices in 41 states distributed a cumulative of 5,000 first aid kits. This distribution included alcohol swabs, Advil, gloves, gauze pads, and an assortment of bandages.

The #HelpFirst campaign aligns with the Bio-One motto, Help First, Business Second. This said campaign aimed to help officers and community members in the event of a minor medical emergency. 

"Here at Bio-One of Orange, we cannot thank the local law enforcement enough for the countless hours and overtime they put in to protect and serve our communities," said Cory Flores, owner of Bio-One. "No matter what, we back the blue!"

As a 2021 corporate sponsor of the Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, Bio-One, Inc. will also pay tribute to fallen officers during the virtual 33rd Annual Candlelight Vigil on May 13 at 8:00 p.m. The event shall use live streaming via Facebook, YouTube, and LawMemorial.org/CV.

“We are so thankful for Bio-One’s corporate partnership and their continued support of the Memorial Fund,” said Marcia Ferranto, CEO of the National Law Enforcement Memorial Fund.

“This partnership will further bolster the Memorial Fund’s mission of honoring America’s Law Enforcement, as well as provide support for the Museum’s upcoming exhibition opening in September. We are grateful for their commitment,” she added. 

About National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund

Established in 1984, the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund is a nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring the fallen. They also tell the story of American law enforcement and make it safer for those who serve. The Memorial Fund maintains the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C. It honors the names of all of the 22,611 officers who have died in the line of duty throughout U.S. history.  

#HELPFIRST FOR FIRST RESPONDERS - NATIONAL POLICE WEEK

Bio-One: Your Cleaning Service Provider

Bio-One, a crime and trauma scene cleaning franchise, operates in Orange, Newport Beach, Anaheim, Lake Forest, and all of Orange County. Thus, Bio-One commits to providing excellent service in the following:

  • recovery and suicide cleanup
  • homicide cleanup
  • hoarding situations
  • junk removal
  • deceased animal recovery
  • feces removal, pest
  • rodent droppings 

Furthermore, each Bio-One office is independently owned and operated by a member of the local community. For more information about Bio-One, visit our website.

U.S. Police & Fire Championships Announces Bio-One Partnership

The California Police Athletic Federation (CPAF) is proud to announce that the 2021 United States Police & Fire Championships (USPFC) is now under Bio-One partnership.

"Help First, Business Second" of Bio-One provides high-level decontamination and biohazard cleanup services. These services offer clients the privacy and compassion needed at difficult times. Furthermore, Bio-One operates in 41 states with over 110 locations with commitment to provide first-class service. 

"We are thrilled to add Bio-One as the Presenting Sponsor for the 2021 USPFC because First Responders warrant our support," said California Police Athletic Federation President LC Collins.

"Bio-One’s reputation is second to none, and with their partnership, we can offer first responders a health and wellness outlet.  We look forward to working with them for years to come."

About The United States Police & Fire Championships (USPFC)

San Diego Police Lieutenant Veon "Duke" Nyhus wanted to promote physical fitness and camaraderie among the Public Safety and First Responder. Thus, he founded The United States Police & Fire Championships which commenced in San Diego in 1967.

Moreover, the USPFC caters to active and retired public safety and first responders who participate in Olympic-style competitions. It helps the individuals representing firefighters, law enforcement, and officers across the country. Traditionally, athletes compete in 45+ sporting events from biathlon to motocross across 35+ venues in Southern California.

"At Bio-One our support for Law Enforcement and Fire Service Officers is unwavering, and we're thrilled to partner with the California Police Athletic Federation during this memorable event," said Nick-Anthony Zamucen, founder of Bio-One. "We wish each athlete success and look forward to celebrating these everyday heroes."

The 2021 USPFC with Bio-One will take place from June 10th to the 19th in venues across San Diego, California. It aims to strengthen the relationship between First Responders and the community for many years to come!

About the California Police Athletic Federation (CPAF)

The California Police Athletic Federation (CPAF) is the head of two multi-sport programs that focus on peace officers and firefighters. The World Police & Fire Games (WPFG) are open to active and retired law enforcement and fire service personnel throughout the world.

Meanwhile, the United States Police & Fire Championships are open to active or retired public safety and first responder personnel within the USA. For more information, please visit www.uspfc.org.