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Does Your Business have a Clean Routine?

Does Your Business have a Clean Routine? Does Your Business have a Clean Routine?

Cleanliness has never been more at the forefront of our personal and business priorities than it has been during the last two years of the COVID-19 pandemic. Lysol wipes, disinfectants, masks, sanitation fogging have all become hot commodities, but many businesses still haven't established clear protocols and practices for cleanliness. Having a clear routine and the right equipment is key to providing a workplace that is safe for employees and business operations. Here are some tips for how to make a Clean Routine that will work for your business.
 

  1. Consult your local regulatory agencies to confirm whether or not your business has specific cleaning protocols which must be followed. These will form the basis of your plan. If there are no specific regulations for your type of business, you can use the CDC's best practices as a guideline. 
     
  2. Develop a plan that takes into account the types of surfaces that need to be cleaned, and how often people come into contact with those surfaces. The higher the contact, the higher the risk someone will come into contact germs or viruses that may make them ill, and therefore, the more often they should be cleaned. Creating a Cleaning Chart is a helpful way to keeo track of surfaces, how often to clean them and how they should be cleaned. Then, identify the best method for disinfecting each surface or area. 
     
  3. Once you have made a list of surfaces and areas that need to be cleaned, list all of the supplies you will require to properly disinfect each area. Masks, gloves, solvents, soaps, vaccuums, and other specialized machinery could all be a part of your plan. Take inventory of what you may already have and what you may need to order. Consider the size of your workspace/facility, the number of people you have who both work and will interact with your business (employees, customers, delivery people, service providers etc...), and your storage capacity when ordering supplies. 
     
  4. Identify who is responsible for ensuring the clean plan is followed and what their roles are. Who ordered supplies and manages stock? Who connects with potential vendors for specialized services? Who conducts the cleaning procedures? Who checks for quality control and follows up if something is not cleaned appropriately? Discuss these responsibilities directly with team members so they are clear on their role and clear on who they can turn to for support when needed. 
     

If you're looking for cleaning supplies or for additional advice on how to make a cleaning routine specific to your business, our member Tanshaw Sanitation provides professional hygiene solutions and sanitary products and equipment, for industrial, commercial, institutional and residential buildings. You can have a look at some of the great products they have listed in our online store, or contact us directly if you're looking for something specific and we can connect you. 

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