Five years ago, the COVID-19 pandemic fundamentally changed how we view cleanliness and hygiene in our daily environments. The heightened awareness and rigorous cleaning protocols implemented during this time have proven crucial in maintaining public health. As we look back, it’s clear that many of these practices should become permanent fixtures in facility maintenance to ensure ongoing safety and well-being.
The Evolution of Cleaning Practices
Before the pandemic, standard cleaning protocols in many facilities focused on visible cleanliness and routine maintenance. However, COVID-19 brought to light the importance of deep cleaning and disinfection, especially in high-touch areas. The industry saw a rapid evolution towards more comprehensive and frequent cleaning practices, incorporating advanced technologies and more effective disinfectants.
Key Practices to Maintain
- Frequent Disinfection of High-Touch Surfaces
- Why It Matters: Regular disinfection of surfaces such as door handles, light switches, and elevator buttons significantly reduces the spread of viruses and bacteria.
- Infinite Building Solutions’ Approach: Our teams are trained to prioritize these areas, using hospital-grade disinfectants to ensure thorough sanitation.
- Enhanced Air Quality Measures
- Why It Matters: Improved ventilation and air filtration systems help mitigate the spread of airborne pathogens, contributing to a healthier indoor environment.
- Infinite Building Solutions’ Approach: We incorporate advanced air purification technologies and ensure regular maintenance of HVAC systems in our cleaning protocols.
- Use of PPE by Cleaning Staff
- Why It Matters: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) protects both cleaning staff and building occupants, minimizing the risk of contamination and spread of infectious diseases.
- Infinite Building Solutions’ Approach: Our staff is equipped with appropriate PPE, including gloves, masks, and protective clothing, adhering to the highest safety standards.
- Regular Deep Cleaning Schedules
- Why It Matters: Routine deep cleaning goes beyond surface cleaning, addressing hidden germs and ensuring a comprehensive level of hygiene.
- Infinite Building Solutions’ Approach: We implement scheduled deep cleans for all facilities, targeting areas that require more intensive care to maintain a safe environment.
- Hand Hygiene Stations
- Why It Matters: Easily accessible hand sanitizing stations encourage good hand hygiene practices among occupants, reducing the risk of infection spread.
- Infinite Building Solutions’ Approach: We strategically place hand sanitizing stations throughout facilities and ensure they are regularly refilled and maintained.
Long-Term Benefits
Maintaining these practices post-pandemic offers several long-term benefits:
- Health and Safety: Continued rigorous cleaning protocols help prevent the spread of not just COVID-19, but other infectious diseases like the flu and common cold.
- Peace of Mind: Building occupants feel safer and more comfortable knowing that their environment is maintained to high cleanliness standards.
- Enhanced Reputation: Facilities that prioritize cleanliness and hygiene can attract more clients and tenants, enhancing their reputation and trustworthiness.
The COVID-19 pandemic has taught us invaluable lessons about the importance of cleanliness and hygiene. As we move forward, it is essential to retain the cleaning practices that have proven effective in safeguarding health and safety. At Infinite Building Solutions, we are committed to upholding these standards, ensuring that our clients benefit from a consistently clean and safe environment.
By making these practices permanent, we not only honor the lessons learned over the past five years but also set a new benchmark for facility cleanliness in the future.
