Author: peterb

Belhaven Community Update 

In our March update we informed you that we had experienced a delay in the programme of works for Ward 3 due to some unsatisfactory test results.   We are pleased to confirm that that our thorough inspection of the repair works is now complete and we have commenced a further round of disinfection and compliance testing.  So far.. so good .. but we do not wish to be complacent!

Following the final round of testing, there are a number of smaller tasks that need to be completed before we can confirm the ward is ready to reopen.  This includes activities such as fire checks, health and safety walk rounds,  deep cleaning etc.  These checks are being scheduled to take place in the coming weeks.  At our next meeting on 3 May, we aim to be in a position to confirm a reopening date for Ward 3.

In Ward 2, the remedial works are progressing well.  As this is now being utilised as an administration area, the majority of the works being undertaken here are to remove sinks, toilets, and outlets which are no longer required for use.   Once complete, this area will also receive its 3 rounds of compliance testing, and regulatory inspections before a reopening date is confirmed.

We are incredibly grateful for your continued patience and understanding as these extensive remedial works are completed.  Undertaking remedial works in considerable older buildings is never an easy task, and we thank all of our teams for their ongoing commitment to ready the facilities, enabling patients and staff to return as soon as possible.

Kind regards

Jennifer

Jennifer Jarvis

Senior Communications Advisor | East Lothian Health & Social Care Partnership

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