May 19, 2015
Although the bulk of their work is in structural biohazard remediation, Aftermath crews are frequently asked to clean up vehicular and mechanical contamination. Most commonly, the vehicles are fleet vehicles like semi -trailer trucks and rental cars, and public service vehicles such as buses or police squads. These vehicles are costly and sometimes hard to […]
May 18, 2015
When deep cleaning our homes, why do we reach for bleach? Most of us have used bleach at one time or another, whether as a laundry aid or a household cleaner. Bleach is preferred because it is not only cheap and readily available, but considered very effective against the spread of bacteria. Our grandmothers swore […]
May 13, 2015
Suicide Grief and How to Cope With a Lost Loved One Those who have lost friends or family members to suicide are faced with deep and complex emotions that can impact the grieving process. Suicide bereavement can differ substantially from other forms of grief, making it important for survivors to connect with others who understand […]
May 6, 2015
When tragedy strikes, trauma cleaning is just one of many expenses a family may face. As a nationwide company that specializes in crime scene cleanup, Aftermath is focused on restoring your home or place of business to safe, clean, and inhabitable space. Furthermore, if you’re concerned about how you will afford assistance, know that there […]
May 2, 2015
This past week, Aftermath Services LLC attended the RIMS 2015 Conference in New Orleans. The four day event ran Sunday through Wednesday and included workshops, keynote speakers, and an exhibit hall full of vendors sharing products and services from all over the nation and around the world. In preparation for the occasion, we spotlighted the […]
April 29, 2015
From spinach and sprouts, to hummus and ice cream, foodborne outbreaks are more commonplace than you’d expect; and Listeria is one of the main culprits. When a Listeria outbreak happens, it can cause serious interruptions to the food service industry. Just look at a few years ago, when Jeni’s Ice Cream and Blue Bell Creamery […]
April 25, 2015
In two days, Aftermath heads to New Orleans for the annual RIMS Conference!. The four day event features more than 160 sessions and workshops, plus amazing keynote speakers and an exhibit hall full of helpful, informative vendors like Aftermath Services. According to the organization’s website, RIMS “is a global not-for-profit organization representing more than 3,500 […]
April 22, 2015
Communities rely on police departments to protect them; the police, in turn, depend on community support and cooperation to do their jobs. However, the relationship is not always perfect. Tensions run high, and recent news media is plagued with stories of police officers abusing their power. Feel-good stories of law officers helping citizens attempt to […]
April 17, 2015
Maybe you’ve seen the trailer for the new Poltergeist movie and noticed at the end a web address for a company called DiedinHouse. While some consider the concept morbid, knowing whether or not someone may have died in your home can do more than just provide peace of mind. It can also give potential buyers […]
April 15, 2015
Next week (April 19-25th) is National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. According to the Office of Justice Programs website, this year’s theme is Engaging Communities, Empowering Victims – and emphasizes the role of the entire community, individually and collectively, to support victims of crime and empower them to direct their own recovery. Each and every day, […]