TheMinistry of Health has advised that the Covid-19 virus and otherrespiratory based infections are spread through respiratory droplets fromcoughing and sneezing. And that it maybe possible to transmit the infection by touching a contaminated surface orobject and then touching one’s nose or mouth.
Aside fromtaking precautions such as washing hands regularly, shielding coughs andsneezes and staying at home if unwell, there are some additional basic infectionprevention measures that can be taken to ensure the workplace is hygienicallyclean. These include regular cleaningand disinfecting of common areas, and touch surfaces using bacteria resistant cleaningagents. Stepping up the frequency ofcleaning and focussing on high traffic areas and hand-touch surfaces can helpto control the risk of spread of respiratory disease.
White SpotGroup has implemented risk management plans risk management plans to ensurecontinuity of our high service level standards to our clients. This includes:
- Implementing awareness programmes with all ourworkers with a focus on good personal hygiene practices.
- Providing all employees with PPE equipmentincluding gloves and masks
- Providing anti-bacterial cleaning products
- Maintaining equipment and cleaning materials andappropriate disposal of waste materials
With crewsavailable 24/7 White Spot Group are able to provide additional services to ourclients in these high-risk times. Increasing the frequency of cleaning, and focussing on specific tasks,such as cleaning door-knobs, hand-rails, work stations, counter-tops, phonesetc can assist in preventing the spread of respiratory disease. Deep cleaning of high traffic, and commonareas is also available.
Alcohol-basedhand sanitisers and sanitising wipes have also been recommended to helpminimise the spread of infection and should be distributed throughout theworkplace. White Spot Group is able toassist with the supply of hand sanitisers and other consumable supplies whichmay be required.
Implementingpreventative measures helps to reduce the impact of the disease and minimiseseverity. Protective measures include:
- Don’t panic – just use good hygiene practices andkeep surfaces clean
- Regular hand washing – don’t touch the face
- Install hand sanitising dispensers in high trafficareas, toilets and kitchens
- Avoid shaking handsentirely to reduce the risk of spreading infection - though that might beawkward at times, it’s an increasingly common practice.
- Stay at home if sick
To assist youto assure the continuity of your organisation’s business operations, pleasecontact us for a consultation regarding our additional cleaning services.
Call now 0800 107 017
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