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https://news.sky.com/story/coronavirus-turn-off-hand-dryers-to-prevent-spread-of-covid-19-doctor-warns-11965900) (
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public/myth-busters)
“We believe that at times like this we should all pull together as an industry and publish responsible, honest information that supports our nation at a time of real distress.”
Stop hindering hand hygiene
As the Coronavirus continues to dominate headlines, Airdri’s President, Bruce Phillips, calls for the industry to come together and share responsible communication around hand hygiene and infection control.
The last few months have been challenging to say the least. As the COVID-19 crisis continues to affect our families, friends and business, we are all adapting to new ways of living and working, whilst trying our best to remain positive in a very tough situation. But the reality is daunting.
There’s a wealth of information out there,
from official guidelines from the government to support and advice from respected organisations like the World Health Organization (WHO). However, there has also been an onslaught of opinion pieces and poorly-researched, sensationalised stories that sadly do nothing more than instil fear.
While it has been fantastic to see often-ignored industries, like the cleaning and hygiene sector, finally getting some recognition for the vital role they play in society, what has been less inspiring is the consistent attempts by many to discredit the hand drying sector.
It’s already an unprecedented time, with many people extremely concerned about their health and hygiene. I’ve seen many articles that seem to be using the current pandemic as a way to take a swipe at hand dryer manufacturers, and damage their business, which, in my opinion, is highly unprofessional.
Indeed, the recent Sky News piece, calling for England’s Chief Medical Officer to ‘turn off electric hand dryers’ left me with no choice but to speak out.
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Sensational headlines and stories claiming that hand dryers could spread coronavirus are simply inaccurate. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently advised that ‘we have no evidence that hand dryers are spreading the coronavirus’ and the WHO has confirmed that once hands are cleaned, they should be dried thoroughly using a paper towel or warm air hand dryer.
It seems to me that much of the recent negative press about hand drying is spreading unsubstantiated messaging at a time when people are vulnerable to such propaganda. At Airdri, we believe that at times like this we should all pull together as an industry and publish responsible, honest information that supports our nation at a time of real distress.
Until official advice changes, we will continue to back it. We won’t be arguing our case against paper towels – despite our warranted concerns around sustainability and waste. We won’t be using this pandemic as a ‘news hook’ to boost sales. We won’t be trying to smear any business by discrediting their credentials. We will simply continue to support our customers, and the wider public, by providing the most factually correct information that hopefully provides them with some comfort around their health and hygiene.
For anyone in doubt about the safest and most hygienic way to protect yourself from COVID-19, the WHO recommends you frequently clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. Once your hands are cleaned, you should dry them thoroughly by using paper towels or a warm air hand dryer.
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