Contaminated Equipment Found At Elgin Hospital
Inspectors discover blood contaminated equipment at Dr Grey's hospital in Elgin.
Equipment contaminated by blood has been found at an Elgin Hospital.
Inspectors made the discovery on an unannounced visit to Dr Grey's in April.
NHS Grampian says an action plan has been developed to make improvements.
A spokesperson said: “NHS Grampian is pleased that in this predominantly positive report the inspection team found good levels of both environmental cleanliness and compliance with infection prevention and control procedures at Dr Gray's.
“Patients also spoke highly of cleanliness at the hospital.
“The report makes three requirements. An action plan has been developed to meet these and work is progressing.
“This report reflects the teamwork and dedication of staff who continue to implement best practice in controlling and preventing the spread of infection.”