Office cleaning is vital to keep desks germ-free

Office cleaning is vital when it comes to keeping work spaces free from dirt and germs, an expert has suggested.

Frances Both, health and society specialist at The Guardian, said that lurking beneath most workstations are likely to be a "hotbed of nasties", which necessitates regular office cleaning.

She pointed out that there are typically thousands of microbes per square inch festering on desks, lingering in between key pads on keyboards and swarming over computer accessories.

The prevalence of germs in the average office is so bad that a study by the University of Arizona found that there are 400 times as many germs on the typical worker's desk than on a toilet seat.

If left unchecked, germs could build up and pose a serious threat to health and safety, as well as bringing down the overall appearance of the office.

Working professionals are advised to clean their laptops, monitors and keyboards at least three times a week and always wash their hands after going to the toilet.

Workers could also consider hiring a contract cleaning service to conduct a thorough office cleaning.

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Consumers prefer green cleaning products

A new survey suggests that consumers prefer to spend their money on environmentally-friendly cleaning products and services.

According to a report by Burst Media, consumers are willing to pay more for eco-friendly products, with 90 per cent saying they have incorporated a level of greenness in their lives in some form.

More than half (59 per cent) of respondents said they would pay more for green domestic cleaning products, while 58 per cent said they would be willing to pay premium for eco-friendly laundry detergents.

Some 56 per cent of consumers surveyed said they believe the green claims made on product marketing to some extent.

However, a quarter are more dubious, with 25.1 per cent of respondents saying they do not believe the environmentally-friendly claims that are found on product marketing material.

One in ten consumers said they never believe the eco credentials that products claim to have.

The report found that overall, women are more likely to buy a product that is advertised as being green, while men lead the way when it comes to total commitment to green credentials.

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Hospital pledges to maintain cleanliness

A hospital trust has pledged to maintain its commitment to upholding excellent standards of cleanliness.

Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust said it has improved cleanliness and hygiene as part of its annual self-assessment for health watchdog the Care Quality Commission, reports the Herald.

A spokesperson for the trust said Derriford Hospital in Plymouth has shown drastic improvement within the last 12 months, when it was found to be falling short of five standards.

The trust is now compliant with all 42 of the government's Standards for Better Health, as of October 31st this year.

A new cleaning company has been contracted to maintain standards of cleanliness across the hospital's wards and the trust has invested up to £600,000 more per year to safeguard patients' health, improve catering and continue its compliance with regulations set out by Care Quality Commission.

The hospital also said it has improved its training of staff in order to keep children safe on wards.

In July 2008 and in February this year, Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust failed hygiene inspections in a number of crucial areas including cleanliness and infection control, decontamination of re-usable medical devices, staff training in child protection and "well-designed, maintained environments".

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Arco unveils new cleaning range

Workplace cleaning products supplier Arco has unveiled a new range of cleaning products designed to make the job of commercial cleaners easier.

According to SHP Online, the firm has introduced a range of Nilfisk floor cleaners, which are designed to help professional cleaners remove tough dirt marks with minimum effort.

The floor cleaners also help reduce the likelihood of slips and trips and are ergonomically designed with users in mind. The Nilfisk scrub dryers and sweepers are very simple to operate and come in a range of sizes and specifications to suit all types of cleaning.

Arco has also included the EcoAir Hand Dryer into its janitorial range. The high-power hand-held device uses minimum energy (just 417W) and dries hands in seconds, helping to prevent the spread of infection.

The dryer is designed to accommodate up to four filters - the Suberbac Hand Sanitiser, which uses motion-release technology that dispenses anti-bacterial gel as it dries; Anti-bac; Odour Neutral, a carbon filter that helps re-oxygenate the air and Air Fresh, which helps remove bad odours and replace them with fragrant smells.

Aussan Laboratories recently unveiled the environmentally-friendly Revolution organic cleaning range, which helps domestic cleaners carry out their duties with minimal harm to the environment.

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