We’re proud to share that Hannah Forbes, our Director of Marketing and Brand Strategy, features in the latest issue of The Carer (page 42) with her expert article, “Forbes Advises Operators on Laundry Best Practice.”
Infection control remains a critical priority in care homes, where laundry processes play a vital role in preventing the spread of harmful pathogens. With the Care Quality Commission (CQC) raising expectations under its new, more rigorous inspection framework, care providers must ensure their laundry operations meet the highest standards for both hygiene and regulatory compliance.
As Hannah highlights, many care homes are still using domestic washing machines that are simply not built for the demands of a healthcare environment. Domestic models lack the validated thermal disinfection cycles and WRAS Category 5 compliance required to ensure infection control and can lead to higher running costs, more breakdowns, and invalidated warranties.
At Forbes Professional, we supply Miele commercial laundry equipment that’s purpose-built for the healthcare sector. These machines deliver:
- Validated thermal disinfection programs for assured hygiene
- Type A air gaps for full WRAS Category 5 compliance
- Heavy-duty performance to handle high laundry volumes efficiently
Our solutions can also incorporate high-performance detergents that work effectively at lower temperatures - supporting both infection control and energy efficiency.
While some operators have explored ozone-based disinfection, this method introduces additional complexities and safety responsibilities. Forbes provides proven, low-risk alternatives that deliver effective, compliant results without added operational burden.
A key differentiator for Forbes Professional is our nationwide service infrastructure. We understand that downtime in a care home laundry room can quickly become a serious issue. To mitigate this, we provide same- or next-day engineer callouts as standard, supported by a network of qualified field engineers and well-stocked service vehicles across the UK.
Our Complete Care rental and service contracts include all maintenance and repairs, helping care homes to manage costs and reduce administrative strain. This end-to-end approach ensures that every care provider we support can maintain safe, compliant, and efficient laundry operations - protecting residents and giving teams peace of mind.
💡 Read the full article in The Carer (page 42): “Forbes Advises Operators on Laundry Best Practice”👉 Visit The Carer online: https://issuu.com/thecarer/docs/the_carer_digital_-_issue_262?fr=sYWQwYjg0MjU1MDE
