Internal laundry logistics is one of the daily routine tasks in nursing homes – yet it is often underestimated. Long routes, non-ergonomic processes, and unsuitable transport solutions cost time and burden employees.
With the right processes and tools, laundry supply can be made more efficient, and nursing staff can be specifically relieved.
1. Analyze and reduce travel distances
The more often laundry is transported between residents' rooms, collection points, and the laundry room, the more time it consumes.
Regularly check:
- Where are unnecessary routes created?
- Are collection points strategically placed?
- Can transport routes be combined?
Even small adjustments can significantly reduce daily effort.
2. Use ergonomic transport solutions
Heavy loads and frequent lifting put a strain on employees in their daily work.
Ergonomic laundry carts, roll containers, and laundry collectors help minimize physical strain and simplify workflows.
Important features include:
- smooth-running wheels
- robust materials
- easy handling
- hygienic cleaning
3. Consistently separate clean and soiled laundry
- Clear processes and suitable collection systems support compliance with hygiene regulations.
- Closed laundry collectors and clearly marked transport trolleys ensure greater safety and reduce the risk of mix-ups.
4. Involve employees in process design
Those who work with the processes daily often recognize the best optimization potential.
Actively involve housekeeping, nursing, and cleaning staff and ask:
- Which work steps take a particularly long time?
- Where do bottlenecks occur?
- What tools are missing in daily work?
5. Focus on long-lasting quality
- Transport and collection solutions are used intensively in daily care.
- High-quality, durable products reduce failures, maintenance, and replacements – and ensure more economical processes in the long term.
Conclusion
Efficient laundry logistics creates more than just order: it saves time, relieves employees, and supports hygienic workflows.
Regularly reviewing internal processes and using suitable transport solutions leads to noticeable improvements in daily work.
Tip: Until the end of June, nursing homes and healthcare facilities benefit from a 20% discount on selected transport and collection solutions from Grauba AG.
