Here’s why a winter cleaning list is vital…
It’s no secret that winter is traditionally the time for colds and cases of flu to hit (the standard ones, that is!). Perhaps it’s the colder air, but it’s this time of the year where infectious germs and diseases are easily transferred.
And that’s why you must ensure that your commercial office is thoroughly cleaned during the winter months.
Your staff will already be prone to picking up germs during winter, so you want to do everything possible to prevent the spread of these germs while they’re at work.
I’m sure the last thing you need is the flu being passed around your workplace, having multiple employees off sick and struggling to get jobs completed. Many offices are only returning to work, and you want to keep it that way!
A QUICK TIP ABOUT AIR QUALITY AND AIR CONDITIONING
Many viruses that affect us during the winter months are airborne.
You’ll know that in an office environment, the air is constantly circulated through shared ventilation systems. And in winter, you’re less likely to open windows and doors (if you have this opinion) due to the cold weather outside.
This means that your staff breathe in the same air that is getting shared throughout the building, putting them at a higher risk of inhaling whatever invisible germs are floating around.
To help with you, not only should you make sure your air conditioning is sanitised regularly, but you should consider adding some plants to your office space.
Plants remove toxins from the air and are an effective way to keep indoor air fresh. Plants such as English Ivy, Ficus and Peace Lilies are good options.
Top 3 tips to keeping your office clean during winter
1. Floors
With wet weather, you’ll find that your floors will be dirtier. Mud, dust and leaves etc., are often brought in from shoes as your employees (and visitors) come and go during the day.
Regular vacuuming is advisable to keep your carpets looking fresh and clean. You may also need to occasionally mop over entrance flooring throughout the day to clean up excess water and prevent slips.
Winter is a great time to consider getting your carpets professionally cleaned to sanitise your office environment and help eliminate some pollutants from your workspace.
2. Disinfecting
With the ongoing pandemic mixed with the standard winter flu, disinfecting your workplace is a no brainer!
Going beyond disinfecting surfaces such as desks and shared kitchen tables and benches, you should pay extra attention to all surfaces that your employees could touch:
- Keyboards
- Lift buttons
- Door handles
- Fridge & microwave doors
- Stair rails
- Scanner buttons
- And so on
To help prevent the possibility of viruses spreading, having a regular office cleaning company come in and do thorough disinfecting is highly recommended. In between this, providing your employees with anti-bacterial wipes to clean their phones and the like and hand sanitiser at entranceways is a good way to keep the spread of germs low.
3. Windows
Many businesses don’t think about their windows until they’re at a point of looking terrible! And others believe the rain of winter will clean them.
But it’s often the opposite that happens during winter as rain and thunderstorms aren’t always clean! How often have you walked out to your car after it’s been raining, and it looks like it’s covered in dirt?
The build-up of this dirty rain and other dust and pollutants (like bird droppings) lessen the natural light that comes into your office space. Winter is already dark enough without making your workplace even darker.
Regular office window cleaning not only prolongs the life of your windows, but the natural light they let in will help keep the energy levels and mood of your employees high. Winter days are dark enough without dirty windows.
For the best office cleaning solution in winter, hire a professional cleaning company
The best way to ensure your office space is clean and disinfected during winter is to call us! Our team are on hand to help you keep your office as germ-free as possible to keep your employees healthy and happy. For an obligation free quote, please get in touch with us today.
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