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COVID-19

How often should businesses clean surfaces during COVID-19?

Surfaces frequently touched by multiple people, such as door handles, bathroom surfaces, and handrails, should be cleaned with disinfectant, soap and water, detergent, or a cdc approved disinfectant. These surfaces should be cleaned at least daily when facilities are in use.

More frequent cleaning and disinfection may be required based on level of use. For example, certain surfaces and objects in public spaces, such as shopping carts and point of sale keypads, should be cleaned and disinfected before each use.

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CDC RECOMMENDATIONS

The CDC encourages cleaning of high-touch surfaces such as counters, tabletops, doorknobs, light switches, bathroom fixtures, toilets, phones, keyboards, tablets and tables. Other spaces mentioned in the CDC’s guidance for commercial spaces include:

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  • Kitchen/Food Areas

  • Bathrooms

  • Schools/Classrooms

  • Offices

  • Retail Spaces

  • Water Fountains

  • Shelving/Racks

  • Sales Counters

  • Carpets and Rugs

  • Stair Handrails

  • Elevator Cars

  • Playground Equipment

  • Fitness Equipment

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Protocol of Commercial Cleaners in the Field

Beyond using the right cleaning products, experts recommend several ways for cleaners themselves to fight against corona-virus. The CDC recommends wearing the proper personal protective equipment, including gloves and masks if applicable. For those working in specialized facilities—such as hospitals—the CDC recommends being proactive in telling cleaners about their potential exposure. BSCs should also encourage all janitorial workers to have proper hygiene techniques before, during and after their shift.

 

This is especially important for corona-virus. The World Health Organization recommends anyone who might come in contact with a contaminated area should wash their hands thoroughly for at least 30 seconds with an anti-bacterial soap. Or they should be encouraged to use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.

Most importantly, if any janitorial staff are exhibiting signs of illness, they should not come to work and seek medical attention. Each state has differing medical leave laws when it comes to hourly workers, however some companies have pledged to offer sick leave specific to COVID-19. There are federal statutes that come into play as well, which is important to consider during this time.

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