Written By Lisa Z.
COVID-19 viruses can survive on surfaces from several hours to days. Here’s a summary of how you can maintain a germ and bacteria-free work environment.
- Provide sanitation resources such as:
- Sanitation stations
- Replaceable table covers
- Personal cleaning supplies
- Cleaning education
- Use cleaning products that:
- Clean and disinfect all at once (e.g. pre-mixed solutions)
- Have a Drug Identification Number (DIN), which confirms that it is approved for use in Canada
- Are not expired
- Have clearly labeled instructions that you can follow
- Develop a cleaning schedule based on your businesses foot-traffic volume, number of communal spaces and consumer needs
- Disinfect frequently used surfaces twice per day
- Create a checklist of all surfaces that must be cleaned
- Do not dust or sweep, which can distribute virus droplets into the air
- Wash and dispose contaminated cleaning items properly
- Wash reusable items with laundry soap and hot water
- Place disposable items in lined garbage bins
- Consider outsourcing your cleaning services from janitorial and commercial cleaning services
- Remove items that are difficult to sanitize (e.g. soft and porous items)
Use a “layered” approach by combining multiple measures to maximize safety and reduce risk.
