TAVISTOCK Hospital has started a formal deep clean process as part of a programme which has been developed to fight infections.
The deep clean programme is being rolled out at all 21 hospitals run by Devon Primary Care Trust.
The work at Tavistock hospital started on Monday and will include some maintenance and improvement works.
The project is due to finish during week starting April 6.
During this period five in-patient beds will be unavailable, although the minor injury unit, day services and specialist clinics will continue as normal.
This deep clean process is being implemented in addition to the normal cleaning procedures that routinely occur in these community hospitals.
It will ensure that it will be far less disruptive for patients and allow for essential work to be carried out and allow the upgrading of some buildings, facilities and equipment.
Pat McDonagh, assistant director of business support, said: 'The deep clean programme has been carefully planned to ensure minimum disruption to our patients.
'It will make it easier for our maintenance and cleaning staff to carry out their routine work and this will improve patient experience.'