Washing on Site
Nappies can soak in Bio D Laundry Bleach whilst waiting to be washed.
Quality of nappies should be checked regularly. New nappies should be purchased when odours or stains cannot be removed, with managers made aware.
Quarterly descaling is carried out by Aqua Care for douche hoses, and washing machines are descaled weekly in house.
White goods must not be plugged into an extension lead and must be connected directly to the mains.
Nursery sites should use aprons when dealing with laundry.
Relevant sections: Section 2 & 3, Section 10, Section 11, Section 17
Nursery
Nappies can soak in Bio D Laundry Bleach whilst waiting to be washed.
Quality of nappies should be checked regularly. New ones should be purchased when odours or staining cannot be removed, with managers made aware.
Relevant sections: Section 2, Section 4
Bio D Laundry Bleach Ingredients and Environmental Impact
| Ingredient | Purpose | Environmental Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium Carbonate | Water softener / cleaning booster | Generally considered low environmental risk. Naturally occurring mineral-derived compound. Readily dissolves and does not bioaccumulate. |
| Sodium Percarbonate | Oxygen-based bleaching agent | Breaks down into sodium carbonate, water, and oxygen. Much lower aquatic impact than chlorine bleach. |
| Sodium Citrate | Water softener / stabiliser | Very low environmental concern. Biodegradable and commonly derived from citric acid fermentation. |
| Anionic Surfactant | Removes grease and dirt | Environmental impact varies depending on the surfactant. Modern EU formulations are usually biodegradable under detergent regulations. |
| Amphoteric Surfactant | Mild foaming / cleaning agent | Usually milder and lower toxicity than many anionic surfactants. Generally moderate-to-low concern. |
| Tetraacetylethylenediamine | Activator for oxygen bleach | Used in eco laundry products for low-temperature cleaning. Considered readily biodegradable with relatively low aquatic toxicity. |
| Cellulose | Anti-caking / texture / binding | Renewable, biodegradable, and plant-derived. Very low environmental concern. |
