FLOORCARE & MAINTENANCE MORE
THAN MEETS THE EYE
Dr Peter Barratt, Technical Manager at Initial Washroom Hygiene,
believes that floor mats could provide an essential additional benefit, not only in keeping workplaces clean and hygienic, but safe as well. Here, he gives us five key benefits to having floor mats in place.
The power of the floor mat should not be underestimated. They are an essential part of a business’ hygiene and safety strategy, helping to keep the workplace clean, reduce slips and trips and prevent the spread of germs. Their presence in premises helps to demonstrate that safety is seriously considered and positively contributes towards brand image. Not only do mats enhance the appearance of the facility, they add a greater sense of wellbeing for staff and visitors. As you’ll also find out, the technology within mat construction has moved on.
Whether you are deciding on a mat for your reception, a food preparation or service area or one to fit around your water cooler and protect the floor beneath, there will always be a mat to suit your specific requirements.
There are five key benefits to having floor mats in place in business premises:
1. ENHANCED IMAGE First impressions count and a mat is one of the first features that customers, clients and employees see when they enter a building. So, aside from being functional, mats need to be aesthetically pleasing. Consider using logo mats in entrance areas to give a splash of colour and communicate your brand message to anyone that enters the building, while at the same time demonstrating an added level of consideration and care to people.
2. HEALTH AND HYGIENE When placed in high traffic areas, such as foyers, corridors or in front of vending machines and water coolers,
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mats will minimise the amount of dirt and water tracked into a building, and improve the cleanliness of the facility, as well as protecting the floors. The Initial Microfibre Plus Mat, which was launched in the UK earlier this year, uses a combination of 50% Microfibre and 50% Phoenix fibre, for optimum pick up and absorption of water and dirt. The Microfibres are able to attach themselves to even the smallest, microscopic dirt particles, and this new mat is able to hold more than 150% more water and almost 50% more dirt than a standard serviced mat. These mats make a big difference in reducing unsightly water or mud marks in building entrances when there’s been a period of bad weather, which in turn reduces the chance of people slipping on hard floor surfaces; one of the most frequently encountered workplace accidents.
3. COMPLIANCE Mats will also aid compliance with workplace regulations by helping to reduce slips, trips and falls. For example, the Initial Microfibre Plus Mat has a Superstyrene rubber backing which is memory-resistant so the mat stays flat, and its unique Raptor design significantly reduces movement on hard, wet surfaces to minimise the risk of slips and trips. Outdoor mats are also key to this process, particularly in inclement weather conditions where employees may move from dry to soft surfaces in a matter of steps. There are also specific non-textile mats for areas where spillages often occur, such as in pubs and bars or in leisure centres and gyms, to provide
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