Despite the widespread use of microfiber products in the commercial cleaning industry, many facilities have begun employing wet wipes as a secondary source of contamination control. These wipes are easy to use, easy to dispose of, and essential for all-day bacteria elimination. In the discussion below, we will take a closer look at how wet wipes are impacting commercial cleaning to gain a better understanding of their role as a whole.
Wet Wipes Encourage Employees to Clean – Not Just the Cleaning Crew
No matter how efficient your cleaning crew is, they cannot be in every part of the building all day long. It’s important for employees to help keep the building clean throughout the day to promote good health and hygiene. Something as simple as wiping down a table after a meeting or cleaning off equipment in a patient’s room will improve the efficiency of the building as a whole, allowing the cleaning crew to focus on the bigger tasks at hand. This also creates a sense of responsibility and accountability among the workers, letting them know that they are at least somewhat liable for the messes they create. The entire staff can work as a team to keep the building as pristine as possible.
Wet Wipes Allow for On-the-Spot Cleaning
As we mentioned above, the cleaning crew is not going to be there for every single spill that happens. Some cleaning tasks need to be completed on-the-spot. This is especially in the case of healthcare facilities, where patient rooms need to be cleaned before a new patient can be treated. Having simple cleaning wipes on hand can keep the cleaning process going so everything flows smoothly.
Wet Wipes Prevent the Need for Chemical Mixing
Chemical dilution is a delicate process that is best completed by trained cleaning professionals. Wet wipes come with the cleaning solutions already diluted to the proper amount, so there is no risk of using too much or too little of the chemicals for the cleaning task at hand. By using the wipes, staff members can complete their cleaning tasks with minimal risk of human error, and they can do so in a quick, timely manner.
Wet Wipes Promote Awareness
Having disinfecting wipes available in a building promotes cleanliness awareness. Think about the term "out of sight, out of mind." If people do not have visual reminders to prevent the spread of infections, they’re less likely to take action. This is why it is important to have hand sanitizer accessible in waiting areas, entryways, and restrooms. Better awareness will typically lead to better results.
CON: Paper Waste
Even though there are a number of benefits to using wet wipes, companies do have to consider the amount of paper waste that they create. The core cleaning tasks for the building should still be completed with microfiber or other washable materials to keep costs down and reduce environmental damage. Creating a balance between paper products and reusable products is the best way to promote efficiency in all areas of your business.
