What is the process for unattended death cleanup?
Unattended death cleanup involves decomposition fluid removal, odor neutralization, and affected material disposal. Technicians work in full PPE under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 bloodborne pathogen protocol. Porous materials contacted by decomposition fluids — flooring, subfloor, drywall — are removed as Regulated Medical Waste per state health codes. Per IICRC S540.
