Prioritizing Infection Control in Baton Rouge Healthcare Facilities

Shawn Folks • February 5, 2025

Baton Rouge, Louisiana faces challenges when it comes to infection control. Hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities require the highest levels of cleanliness and sanitation to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. It is impossible to overestimate the significance of expert restoration services for healthcare that put infection control first. "Baton Rouge is home to a thriving healthcare community, and we’re proud to support the facilities that serve our region. Whether it’s responding to property damage or ensuring compliance with strict healthcare standards, we’re committed to being a trusted partner for the Baton Rouge Healthcare community,” remarks Dawn Manual, Healthcare Division Team Lead.


Fast and efficient remediation is essential after a healthcare biohazard incident, such as a medical spill or an exposure to a contagious disease. This calls for highly skilled personnel, specific equipment, and a thorough understanding of infection control procedures. Guarantee Restoration Services is prepared to manage these urgent situations with the highest care and skill thanks to its specialized training center right here in Baton Rouge. "Our training facility in Baton Rouge is a cornerstone of our commitment to excellence in healthcare infection restoration. By focusing on advanced techniques and industry standards, we equip our team to deliver the highest level of service to hospitals and healthcare facilities across the region,” says Keith Collins, Baton Rouge Branch Manager.


The GRS training facility focuses on equipping technicians and other production staff with the knowledge and skills necessary to address biohazard situations safely and effectively. These restoration and remediation skills include:


How Does a Restoration Company Help with Infectious Diseases?

Technicians are trained in the transmission, prevention, and control of various infectious diseases, including bloodborne pathogens, respiratory infections, and emerging infectious diseases.


How is Biohazard Waste Management Handled by a Restoration Services Company?

Guarantee Restoration Services’ technicians are trained in the proper collection, handling, and disposal of biohazardous waste in accordance with all relevant regulations.


What Disinfection and Decontamination Techniques Do Restoration Companies Use?

We utilize advanced cleaning and disinfection techniques, including the use of hospital-grade disinfectants and specialized equipment, to ensure thorough decontamination of affected areas.


Do Restoration Companies Maintain Compliance with industry Standards?

Guarantee Restoration Services’ training programs ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards, including those set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).


Infection protection and restoration services for your healthcare facility in Baton Rouge are available to keep your staff and patients safe. The experts at Guarantee Restoration Services are here to help. Schedule a restoration and remediation consultation today!

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact Information: Zack Klein Director of Marketing and Business Development 225-753-8682 Zack@247GRS.com Guarantee Restoration Services Launches National Sales Team to Expand Strategic Partnerships Across the Country BATON ROUGE, La. – June 16, 2026 – Guarantee Restoration Services (GRS), a leading full-service restoration contractor serving the Gulf Coast since 1974, is proud to announce the implementation of its new National Sales Team. This strategic initiative marks an exciting step forward in the company’s continued growth and commitment to serving clients and partners on a broader scale. The newly established team will be led by Barrett Dick, Director of National Sales, alongside Zack Klein, Director of Business Development and Marketing. Together, they have played a pivotal role in growing GRS relationships across multiple industries throughout the Gulf Coast and beyond for over a decade. The team also includes newly hired account executives, David Stern and Chad Catalano. “Over the years, we have seen our partnerships and opportunities continue to grow beyond our traditional footprint,” said Zack Klein, Director of Business Development and Marketing at Guarantee Restoration Services. “Creating a dedicated National Sales Team allows us to strengthen those relationships, support our partners on a larger scale, and continue expanding the reach of the GRS brand, while staying true to the service and responsiveness we are known for.” Dick, who will celebrate 10 years with GRS next month, brings extensive industry knowledge and leadership experience to the role. He holds multiple Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) credentials, including Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT), Applied Structural Drying (ASD), Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT), and Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Technician (FSRT). After graduating from Louisiana State University, Barrett began his professional career with Marucci Sports before joining Guarantee Restoration Services in July 2016. Just weeks into his time with the company, the historic Great Flood of 2016 impacted Southeastern Louisiana, providing him with firsthand experience managing large-scale losses and coordinating restoration efforts for major school districts and commercial clients. Since then, he has helped cultivate business development efforts throughout Louisiana and nationally, working closely with partners in hospitality, education, government, healthcare, and other commercial sectors. “Our focus has always been relationship-driven,” said Dick. “We want our clients and partners to know they have a team they can rely on before, during, and after a disaster. This National Sales Team is another way we are investing in those relationships and positioning Guarantee to better serve organizations wherever they need us.” As part of the expansion, GRS hired David Stern as a National Sales Account Executive. Stern brings more than a decade of high-level sales and relationship management experience from the professional sports industry. Prior to joining our team, he served with the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans organization, where he consistently ranked among the organization’s top sales representatives and generated more than $38 million in multiyear contracts throughout his career. “David’s experience of building relationships, managing high-profile partnerships, and delivering exceptional client service makes him a tremendous addition to our team,” added Klein. “His background and skillset align perfectly with the direction we are heading as a company.” The National Sales Team also includes Chad Catalano, who joined Guarantee Restoration Services in January 2026. Catalano brings nearly two decades of restoration industry experience, with a strong background in sales leadership, project coordination, and relationship development throughout the Southeast and Gulf South regions. Prior to joining GRS, Catalano served as National Sales Manager for ServiceMaster DSI and spent more than 16 years with US Restoration as a Sales and Project Coordinator. Throughout his career, he has built long-standing partnerships while helping clients navigate complex restoration and recovery projects. In addition to his restoration industry experience, Catalano also spent several years as a successful high school baseball coach in the New Orleans area, earning multiple district championships and Coach of the Year honors. His leadership, communication skills, and client-focused approach make him a valuable addition to the growing national team. Guarantee Restoration Services continues to serve clients across Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama with six locations in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and New Orleans, Louisiana; Gulfport and Jackson, Mississippi; and Mobile, Alabama. 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