You see them on your street every week – refuse vehicles collecting the rubbish, composting and recycling we put out every day. They typically come in two designs, as front- or rear-loading units, and work by picking up waste containers and emptying them into the lorry. They then use a packer blade to compact the waste to reduce its volume.
This equipment gives refuse vehicles a very particular shape and way of working, one that is unlike any other truck. This means that cleaning them needs to be adapted to ensure that every nook, cranny, gap and recess is reached without compromising on quality or health and safety. Our method involves doing away with brushes and using a high-pressure washing system in order to reach every part of the vehicle and its equipment.
Our hygiene specialists will then dig out the internal body of the truck to remove any remaining debris before using specialist chemicals to tackle those final, stubborn areas of dirt. We finish off with one last high-pressure jet wash. The driver’s cab and external surfaces of the refuse vehicle are then cleaned, disinfected and sanitised, leaving it sparkling clean before the next round of refuse collections.
Refuse vehicle cleaning is a very specialist and high-risk job. It requires skill, experience and a particular approach to health and safety. At Acorn Commercials we not only have extensive experience of this type of work from our 20 years of operating in this industry, we have also developed detailed risk assessments and method statements for working in this environment.
You can choose from our lease return service, regular cleaning service or both. Whichever you prefer, you can be sure that you will benefit from our expertise, experience, and Seb’s hands-on attention to each and every job.
We are here to answer any questions you may have and are on hand to prepare a quote for you. All you need to do is get in touch by phone on 0800 772 3424 or email at info@acorn-commercials.co.uk when you are ready.
When it comes to professional cleaning of commercial vehicles, buildings and warehouses Acorn Commercials is known for its excellent reputation, outstanding service and attention to detail. We apply those to every job we do, no matter how small or complex.
Our clients like us because we care, and that means all our jobs are thorough and completed to a high standard. We don’t rest until a job is done and we will stay for as long as it takes to do it. This is why they keep coming back to us and why they recommend us to others.
Commercial cleaning and infection control often require the use of chemicals. This is inevitable, particularly when it comes to maintaining food hygiene standards and providing safe patient transportation. Wherever possible, such as on the exterior of buildings, we use very little water or detergents. The water we do use is purified, containing few if any impurities, and the lack of detergents means that runoff can go straight into the drains. Where we do use detergents, they are free of solvent or caustic elements, are fully biodegradable and comply with ISO 9002 requirements.
When we use chemicals, or if we are working on spillages, we use a boom system to trap all wastewater and runoff. This is then pumped to a tank and we remove everything from site ourselves. We hold a waste carriage licence which means that all waste and its transportation and disposal are tracked and can be checked by both regulators and the public to ensure compliance.
Contact us to find out more or if you have any questions – we’re on email at info@acorn-commercials.co.uk and on the phone on 0800 772 3424.
We know the transport industry inside out. We understand the regulations that drive it and the short notice that is given before an audit. This is why we will travel across the UK to make sure that your vehicles are spotless before an inspection.
Vehicles that carry food products are held to higher standards than any other transport vehicles and must have regular hygiene cleans. We work across the food and beverage industry to keep fleets compliant with health and safety standards and ensure they meet audit requirements.
Refuse vehicle cleaning is a very niche area, requiring a specialist approach and exceptional health and safety considerations. Our hygiene experts are well versed in the precautions required to work with such vehicles and have the expertise and experience to get them sparkling clean.
As well as regular hygiene cleans, ambulances are required to create a deep clean schedule based on evidenced results. The schedule will depend on each Trust and can vary from 4-10 weeks between deep cleans. Once we have finished with them post-swab analysis results are at zero for the most common patient touch points.
Unsightly and devalued buildings leave a poor impression on customers, visitors and staff. Regular cleaning and maintenance will extend the life of a building, preserve the exterior surface, and ensure proper hygiene standards are met internally.
Clogged gullies and debris on roofs can be a hazard for your premises and business. Keep them clear and safe with regular maintenance with a professional and expert approach to cleaning.
Meet your annual inspection requirements with clean vehicles. We work on all types of trucks and trailers including 7.5 tonne, rigid trucks, tankers, units and trailers, including steam cleaning at your premises or ours.
Commercial food waste bins and storage areas can quickly become unhygienic and dirty, leading to unpleasant odours, bacteria and even pest infestations. We can help you keep them clean and vermin free.
