This means that air purification solutions could play a vital role in reducing the risks associated with airborne viruses and bacteria in indoor environments. There’s a solution on the market called VIRUSKILLER, which according to independent testing, kills 99.9999% of viruses with a single air pass, including a Coronavirus surrogate. The range has a wall-mounted 401 unit designed specifically for smaller areas, perfect for washrooms.
VIRUSKILLER takes control of the airflow in the room when installed correctly, drawing contaminated air in from the ‘breathing zone’ and then releasing fresh, clean air back into the room. To limit the risks of air to person transmission it’s important for businesses to seek advice as to where and how air purification systems should be installed. The unit can play an important role as people resume their normal lives, providing confidence and peace of mind that airborne transmission is far less likely in indoor environments where the technology is installed.
Healthy hands
Washing hands thoroughly after using the toilet significantly helps to prevent the
spread of germs, bacteria and illness. In a post-pandemic washroom this means ensuring users are supplied with no-touch soap dispensers, an adequate number of socially- distanced hand drying facilities, and, ideally, hand sanitising facilities as well. This is a vital third step, as after hands have been thoroughly washed and dried, using sanitiser provides an extra layer of protection to ensure that any leftover germs are dealt with.
You may also want to consider self-cleaning door push pads in the washroom facility. Hygienic door handles like Surfaceskins can be added to any push or pull door in any building environment. The push pads work by releasing a
small amount of ethanol gel under the fingers and hands when pressed, which immediately self-cleans the area touched, ready for the next user. The door handles work in a similar fashion, releasing a small amount of alcohol gel from an internal bottle to self-clean the handle for the next user.
Consider scenting A 2019 study by Initial explored the
implications of bad odours and found that 73% of those surveyed said an unpleasant smell in the washroom would negatively affect their perception of a venue.
You may want to think about installing air fresheners that automatically dispense fragrance to help neutralise odours and create a pleasant-smelling environment for users. Scenting products and services are available that can help to control and minimise odours that come from malodour- producing bacteria.
Final thoughts
As businesses continue to prepare their offices for the return of workers, it’s critical to ensure that high footfall areas have been properly assessed for the transmission risks that they present. Facilities managers can look to ensure public health guidance is adhered to with social distancing and hand hygiene floor mats, and reminders for users to wash their hands at the sinks after using the loo.
If you’re looking for support in ensuring your washroom has considered all virus transmission routes then it’s best to call in the experts. We can advise where air purification systems are necessary, the no-touch units that can be installed and the sanitary products that will enhance user experience and general wellbeing.
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