In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is more important than ever to keep your office clean and disinfected. Regularly disinfecting your office will help ensure the health and safety of you and your employees, as well as reducing the risk of spreading germs and other illnesses. But how often should you disinfect your office?
The frequency of cleaning and disinfecting depends on several factors such as the size of the office, how many people use it, and what type of activities take place there. Generally speaking, it is recommended to clean and disinfect surfaces at least once a day. However, in high-traffic areas or areas where food is served, more frequent cleaning may be necessary.
It's important to understand that there is a difference between cleaning and disinfecting. Cleaning involves removing dirt, dust, and other contaminants from surfaces using soap or water or a general-purpose cleaner. Disinfecting involves killing germs on surfaces with chemical solutions such as bleach or alcohol-based cleaners.
High-touch surfaces are those that are frequently touched by multiple people throughout the day - doorknobs, light switches, countertops, keyboards, phones, desks, chairs, toilets, sinks, faucets, etc. - so they need special attention when cleaning and disinfecting your office. It's recommended to clean them at least once a day with a general-purpose cleaner followed by a disinfectant.
Floors should be vacuumed or swept daily to remove dirt and debris; then mopped at least once per week with a general-purpose cleaner for heavily trafficked areas or places where food is served; more frequent mopping may be necessary.
Carpets should be vacuumed at least once per week to remove dirt; then professionally deep cleaned twice yearly for embedded dirt plus allergens reduction plus air quality improvement.
Windows should be washed at least monthly plus wiped down every few weeks with glass cleaner for fingerprints and smudges removal.
Keeping your office clean and sanitized is essential for maintaining a healthy work environment for you and your employees; the frequency depends on the size, number, and activities in the office; generally speaking, clean and disinfect daily; floors should be vacuumed or swept daily and mopped weekly; carpets should be vacuumed weekly and deep cleaned twice yearly; windows should be washed monthly and wiped down every few weeks with glass cleaner.