Touchpoints

For a bacterium or virus to survive and multiply (some estimates say up to 64 million in twelve hours or less), the bare necessities humans need to live are food, water and shelter. Bacteria have these same needs; they need nutrients for energy, water to stay hydrated, and a place to grow that meets their environmental preferences. Once they find a spot where they can grow and replicate, they can easily be passed on from person to person through contact via touchpoints.

Common touchpoints in a business that need attention include:

• Doorknobs, light switches, switch plate covers
• Door, appliance, and cabinet handles
• Handrails, elevator buttons, and TV remotes
• Computer screens, mice, phones, and keyboards
• All countertops and desks
• Visitor kiosks, cash registers, and pin pads

The Break room

Light cleaning is sometimes not enough to stop bacterium from growing. Break rooms see a lot of food, crumbs, and moisture which can be breeding grounds for bacteria. Break rooms also have a lot of touchpoints

• Common break room areas to clean and disinfect:
• Sink, backsplash, garbage disposal and along with its switch, and faucet handles
• All counters and cabinetry
• Coffee station – Did you know the coffeemaker is the fifth germ infested item in a break room?
• Appliances – inside and out
• Water fountains Water fountain spigots often have twice the amount of bacteria as a toilet seat!
• Break room table and chairs
• The Bathroom
• Funny enough many people believe that the toilets and floors in restrooms are the dirtiest area…that is actually not the case as they are cleaned more than any other surface. However, it’s the other parts of the work bathroom that one should be concerned about.
• These are the common areas of the bathroom that need a deep cleaning:
• Stall doors, handles, and walls
• Seat cover dispensers and waste receptacles
• Paper towel and soap dispensers
• Counters, sink basins, and faucets
• Mirrors and backsplashes

High Traffic Areas

Think about the spaces that are frequently used where most people may convene or pass through throughout the day, aside from the break room and bathroom.

Common high traffic areas that need disinfecting:

• Entrances and Exits – door handles, doors, windows, and parking kiosks
• Floors – mopping and scrubbing floors and shampooing carpets
• Conference Room – Tables, chairs, refrigerator, coffee station, and AV equipment
• Reception Desk & Lobby – Any touch kiosks, computer equipment, couches, side tables, coffee and water station
• Other common areas:
• These would be your waiting room Make sure to not forget about these areas to wipe down surfaces and vacuum/clean carpeting or other flooring.

The Afterthoughts

Hard-to-reach places and hidden areas will go without cleaning for a long time until the filth is clearly noticeable. However, dirt, grime, and dust accumulate in the creaks and crevices of your office. Because these places are an afterthought during routine cleaning, they tend to welcome unwanted critters like spiders, ants, and rats. Build-up of dust and dander also impacts the air quality in your office.

Deep clean these areas to avoid unwanted bacteria, allergens, and viruses from invading your office.

• Behind and underneath appliances
• Baseboards and floor edges
• High corners of ceilings and wall corners
• All of the HVAC vents
• Blinds, curtains, and windowsills

You might have already made plans to re-open your office, but it’s not too late to a deep cleaning of your business.

Call Enviro USA today to speak with one of our team 866-564-1414 or request a Zoom Meeting to have a “face to face” meeting!

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