Minimizing the risk of exposure to this global pandemic by proper cleaning and disinfection is a crucial part of reopening public places that will need sensible planning. Everyone has been called upon to stop the spread of the virus through maintaining social distancing and staying hygienic, such as frequently washing your hands and wearing masks and protective gloves. Everyone has to take part in making their communities safe and hygienic.
The microbes that cause COVID-19 can be exterminated if you utilize the appropriate products. EPA has a huge list of disinfectant products that can be used against coronavirus including disinfecting and cleaning sprayers, concentrates, and wipes. Each product has been revealed to be efficient against bacteria and viruses that are hard to eradicate.
This article provides general guidance for cleaning and disinfection practices. The guidance is based on doing the following:
If you are managing the staff in the workplace, your plan must include the safety of cleaning staff. These people are at higher risk of being exposed to the virus and to any harmful effects of the disinfectant solutions. The staff should wear proper PPE kit for cleaning and disinfection. In order to protect your cleaning staff and to ensure that the products are used effectively, it is important to properly instruct your staff on how to apply disinfectant products according to the label.
If you are confused about how to clean or disinfect hard and non-porous surfaces or items like metal, glass, or plastics, have a look on EPA’s list of approved products for use against viruses. This list will surely help you find the most appropriate disinfectant for the particular surface or object. You can also use household bleach solutions if feasible for the surface. There are other effective disinfectant solutions such as hydrogen peroxide, quaternary ammonium compounds, ethanol, isopropanol, and aldehyde. Don’t forget to pay special attention to the PPE kit that may be required to safely apply the disinfectant solutions. In addition, you need to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations concerning any extra hazards. Keep all the disinfectant and cleaning products away from the children.
Some example of frequently touched surfaces and objects that will need routine cleaning and disinfection are as follows:
However, every business and facility will have different surfaces and objects that are often touched by a number of people. Regular disinfection practices of these surfaces and objects are essential to prevent the novel coronavirus. It is also crucial to change the ways we use public spaces to work, live, and play. We should continue thinking about our safety and the safety of others.
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