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Germs Hot Spots: Are You Looking At The Right Places?
Germs Hot Spots: Are You Looking At The Right Places?

Germs Hot Spots: Are You Looking At The Right Places?

When it comes to germ hotspots, we think we know where the germiest areas in the workplace are. Our mind usually drifts to the toilet seat – however, the number of germs that can spread on things like keyboards, soap…

Cleaning And Personal Hygiene In The Workplace
Cleaning And Personal Hygiene In The Workplace

Cleaning And Personal Hygiene In The Workplace

Workplaces are some of the easiest places for bacteria and viruses to spread; generally, they contain lots of people, feature many shared touchpoints, and have communal facilities like kitchens and bathrooms. Germs can pass from person to person, and you…

How to improve air hygiene in the workplace
How to improve air hygiene in the workplace

How to improve air hygiene in the workplace

As an employer, you are legally obliged to ensure an adequate supply of fresh air in the workplace – a piece of legislation further reinforced by the coronavirus pandemic. Virus transmission occurs through air particles, so businesses must seek smarter…

The Ultimate Guide to Commercial Kitchen Cleaning
The Ultimate Guide to Commercial Kitchen Cleaning

The Ultimate Guide to Commercial Kitchen Cleaning

Keeping a commercial kitchen clean is vital to running a hospitality business. Food hygiene standards, regulated by the Food Standards Agency (FSA), are very high and you will need to satisfy the regulations in order to stay open. Good food…

Are Sanitary Bins A Legal Requirement In The Workplace?
Are Sanitary Bins A Legal Requirement In The Workplace?

Are Sanitary Bins A Legal Requirement In The Workplace?

As set out by the Environmental Act, it is a legal requirement to provide staff with a hygienic place to dispose of sanitary waste in workplace bathrooms. It is also vital in maintaining a clean and pleasant bathroom for everybody.…

Guidelines For Disposing of Clinical Waste
Guidelines For Disposing of Clinical Waste

Guidelines For Disposing of Clinical Waste

Clinical waste is hazardous or harmful waste that cannot be disposed of in general waste receptacles. There are certain clinical waste disposal guidelines that help to ensure it doesn’t contaminate food or water supplies or otherwise harm the environment. Clinical…