Billy Kelleher (Cork North Central, Fianna Fail)
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1129. To ask the Minister for Health the timeframe in which the air conditioning and ventilation systems in our surgical theatres are cleaned and decontaminated; if the Department is satisfied with the systems in place; if there are plans to change or upgrade the systems; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46304/13]

Billy Kelleher (Cork North Central, Fianna Fail)
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1131. To ask the Minister for Health the rate of detection of airborne infectious diseases in our surgical theatres; the frequency with which inspections are carried out; the method and the way these results compare to international standards. [46307/13]

James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 1129 and 1131 together.

As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.