Cleaning Tips & Safety for Employees
Every year, employees
are exposed to cleaning products that can make them have respiratory health
effects. Also, exposure to some cleaning products can affect their eyes and
their skin. Depending on the type of cleaning products that are used in the workplace,
some employees can also get dizzy, get headaches, and increase their allergy
sensitivity. Furthermore, exposure to products that are used for disinfecting
and for cleaning increases the risk of asthma, rhinitis, sinus infections, and
other allergies. Therefore, it is essential to stay safe when you are cleaning
your workplace area and to wear protective equipment.
Since Covid-19
pandemic, more employees have been more cautious and more aware of germs,
viruses, and bacteria. Making sure the workplace is clean for employees and for
customers is important for everyone’s health. Although many businesses have
professional cleaning services, as an employee it is vital that one takes care
of their health, especially if you have severe allergies, asthma, or other
respiratory issues. Keep your workplace area ventilated especially on Monday’s
as soon as you walk inside your workplace. Dust your workplace area before
using your computer, computer mouse, and other electronic office equipment.
Before you begin
cleaning your workplace area, read the instructions carefully before using the
cleaning products. Wear gloves and safety goggles when using strong scented
cleaning products. Dust and clean your office telephones. Cleaning office
telephones daily or weekly can prevent you from getting sick especially if
other employees are sharing the same office telephones. Sharing office
telephones can save businesses money but it does raise the risk of employees
getting sick, especially if they cough into the telephone.
Additionally, clean
headsets, headphones, and earpads. Dust computer speakers. If you have a candy
jar, make sure the candy is not expired and remove the dust from the candy jar.
Declutter your office desk. Use office storage containers to reduce clutter and
use labels to identify the items.
Nonetheless, store
cleaning products properly and away from office machines, away from food, and
away from office supplies. Depending on the type of business, some employees
take turns cleaning the office and have access to office cleaning supplies.
Also, all employees are assigned areas to clean once a week or once a month.
Ask your supervisor if you can bring your cleaning supplies, especially if you
have allergies so you can clean your work room. Label your cleaning supplies and
bring them with you when it is your turn to clean your work area.
Be aware that employee
theft of cleaning supplies can occur. However, theft of cleaning supplies can
be prevented. Even if there are professional cleaning services for businesses,
it is necessary to keep track of employee schedules and paying attention to surveillance.
Keep in mind that employers can be held responsible for injuries and chemical
exposure to cleaning products. Here are resources for cleaning tips for
employees.
How to Clean Headphones, Headsets, and Earpads-Remove Dirt and Smell:
How to Clean Headphones, Headsets, and Earpads-Remove Dirt and Smell
The Ultimate Guide to Office Cleaning: Step by Step Approach:
The Ultimate Guide to Office Cleaning: Step by Step Approach
Prioritizing Workplace Hygiene Strategies for Employee Health and Safety:
Prioritizing Workplace Hygiene Strategies for Employee Health and Safety
Cleaning Safety-Safety Culture:
Cleaning Safety-Safety Culture
11 Tips for Effective Workplace Housekeeping-Safety + Health:
11 Tips for Effective Workplace Housekeeping-Safety + Health
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