An office is an easy place for germs to spread, especially in winter when viruses like influenza are prevalent. Not only will this cause your employees to become ill, but it may also hurt your bottom line if they cannot come into work. In addition to hiring an office cleaning service, follow these tips to prevent the spread of bacteria and viruses at work this winter.

3 Ways to Limit Office Germs This Winter

1. Encourage Good Hygiene

Make sure workplace bathrooms are equipped with adequate soap and paper towels or a hand dryer. Add bottles of disinfectant in the winter in the kitchen, break room, and meeting rooms. Provide each employee with a personal box of tissues and wastebasket, where they can dispose of germ-laden garbage.

2. Circulate Air

Many offices don’t have windows that open, which causes stuffy, poor-quality air. Bad ventilation allows bacteria, dust, and allergens to build up in the air employees breathe every day. Have an office cleaning company clean vents to avoid buildup or circulation of dust. Installing air purifiers and bringing in plants—which improve air quality by absorbing carbon monoxide and organic compounds—also helps. 

3. Hire Office Cleaning Services

A janitorial team not only keeps your workspace looking tidy and professional, but they also help mitigate the spread of disease. Disinfecting desks, phones, keyboards, and appliances like the printer kills germs. You can also have them take care of shared spaces that tend to get messy, like the kitchen and bathroom.

CRM Enterprises Crystal Clear Cleaning of Burlington, KY, offers round-the-clock residential and office cleaning services throughout Cincinnati, OH, and northern Kentucky. Accredited by the Better Business Bureau, they are known for their reliable, trustworthy, and efficient workers. For your convenience, they provide daily, weekly, biweekly, monthly, or one-time cleanings. Learn more about their office cleaning services online. To schedule a consultation, call (513) 245-0682.