Research released in September 2014 from the American Society for Microbiology reveals just how rapidly germs and viruses spread.  You may be practicing good hygiene; however your colleagues could be putting you in danger spreading germs on to everyday office objects. The study from the ASM points out to the fact that germs spread within a matter of 2 to 4 hours. Samples from a doorknob, table-top, computer equipment and phone reveal that 40 to 60 percent of those who had been in contact with these items had picked up the germs in a matter of 2 to 4 hours. The researchers took samples from all the surfaces tested in the study and found between 60 to 100 fomites. Such a high amount can harbour many harmful organisms.

The study used a replica germ similar to the norovirus called bacteriophage MS-2 (safe for humans) to simulate the spread of flu. The study covers a number of work places such as office buildings, hotels, and health care facilities. Following these alarming results, a prevention/intervention test had to be carried out.

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Prevention phase – cleaning

During the intervention phase, cleaning was conducted using disinfectants (which contains quaternary ammonium compounds) and anti-bacterial solutions, often in the form of anti-bacterial wipes. These wipes were applied to the same surfaces and objects prior to the intervention.  The following results concluded that there was a reduction of fomites by 80% and that the concentration of viruses had reduced by 99% or more.

Conclusion

The nature of the workplace means viruses such a norovirus and flu can spread rapidly and that cleaning/intervention can significantly reduce the risks of illness. Hence the importance of computer cleaning and the role it plays in protecting employees up and down the country.

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Let us know how many keyboards you need cleaning and we’ll send over a price. Contact us here or call us on 0800 013 2182 (Free no-obligation quote).

Here is a perfect example of keyboard cleaning in action. We clean hundreds of keyboards a day and this is just one example of a dirty keyboard being sanitised. Alex one of our most experienced specialists sent us the photos of the black keyboard from a recent clean. This is how we protect both staff and equipment, by killing germs and removing dirt. The keyboard looks new and in great condition for further use.

Let us know how many keyboards you need cleaning and we’ll send over a price. Contact us here or call us on 0800 013 2182 (Free no-obligation quote).

We apply the same level of cleaning to all IT hardware equipment. Cleaning includes:

• Telephone
• Keyboard
• Screen (dual)
• Laptops
• Printers
• Data Centres
• Server Rooms
• Everyday office IT hardware
• General preventative maintenance

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What is a serviced office? (Also known as business centres, managed offices or executive suites)

Serviced offices are found in city centres and often managed by facilities management companies (a branch of facilities management). The offices are fully equipped for everyday office use and essential business needs. These spaces are then made available to the public for business use. A room can accommodate anything from 2 to 20 plus people. Sometimes a company can take up two floors or half a floor, depending on their size.

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Compared with traditional office spaces, serviced offices generally provide all services and facilities needed for an office environment, covering everything from desks, to meeting rooms, to a shared kitchen space and a general receptionist. One of the benefits serviced offices have over traditional offices is the rents, rates and services, which are far less complicated and straight-forward than privately rent. This makes the proposition of business centres rather attractive. Business centres are also cost-affect and help save vast amount of expenditure in the long term.

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Key cleaning issues

Office cleaning is a basic requirement that is provided by serviced offices; however IT cleaning is often overlooked and recognised as a specialist service. Each individual company may have to outsource this service themselves. Another scenario is that the service is an additional fee and then conducted by the business centres preferred partner. Here at Capital we can safely say that many of our clients regret having office cleaners clean their computers (We explain all the reason here). This is due to the specialist & technical nature of IT cleaning, hence the need for professionals. One type of cleaning that offices can arrange on the behalf off all clients is data centre/ server room cleaning. In serviced offices, servers are shared and need to maintained as part of the service to their clients. The following are key issues to consider:

• Office cleaning is not a substitute for IT/Computer cleaning
• Outsource computer cleaning as individual company/client
• Add-on computer cleaning/ data centre cleaning service from business centre
• Data centre cleaning is done for all by business centre

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Reasons for IT cleaning at serviced offices (business centres)

• Reducing germs in order to provide a safe and healthy working in environment (Health & safety)
• Reduce staff illness and work absence
• Shared work environment/spaces mean germs are easily spread
• Protect IT hardware equipment
• Before & After Photos: Keyboard & Telephone Cleaning Service
• 10 Reasons why IT cleaning is better than office cleaning
• Who has flu in your office?
• Dirty Keyboards and smartphones contain more germs than toilet seats
• How many dirty keyboards produce this much dirt?
• 7 Common ways germs are spread
• Infograph: How safe is your office or workplace?
• 8 Reasons why Capital offer the best data centre cleaning service

Computer cleaning and data centre cleaning are just as important as one another and both need protecting. Make sure your hardware is cleaned and avoid any disasters.

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At Capital we repeatedly emphasise the importance of sanitising the workplace with computer cleaning, and this infograph is yet more proof of the unseen dangers at work. BestChoiceReviews.org has constructed this great infograph highlighting these dangers. Despite the great tips, the real solution is to book a computer clean and kill 99.9 of germs. How does your office fair when looking through the infograph?

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7 Common Ways Germs Are Spread
How Many Dirty Keyboards Produce This Much Dirt?
34 Everyday Things You Need To Be Cleaning Regularly
Dirty Keyboards and Smartphones Contain More Germs Than Toilet Seats
10 Reasons Why IT Cleaning Is Better Than Office Cleaning
Who Has Flu In Your Office?
7 Tips: How To Keep A Clean And Germ Free Office

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One of the main purposes of our service is to stop the spread of germs. Our past posts have included tips on reducing the spread of germs at work and the amount of germs on keyboard. Leading on from those posts we want focus on how and where germs are spread.

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Germs can be passed from person to person or indirectly by touching unclean equipment or surfaces.  (NHS) 

Face: Your face is susceptible to spreading and catching germs.  Your nose, mouth and eyes spread and catch germs. Sneezing, coughing and rubbing eyes are all simple ways to spread germs. Use a tissue when you’re coughing and sneezing.

Bad hygiene and hands: Hands touch everything and having bad hygiene only increases your risk of attracting germs.  Wash and sanitize your hands thoroughly before eating and greeting people. Continue to practice good etiquette when using the toilet, bath, shower and sink. One of the most common daily hazards is the keyboard. As we’ve strenuously pointed out keyboards contain more germs than a toilet seat and it is vital you get your IT equipment cleaned.

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Food, hands and kitchen: The process of preparing food requires hands to be clean. Mixing roar/uncooked chicken with raw foods such as salad can be hazardous.  Make sure food is washed separately to avoid contamination. Bins with a foot release avoid any touching and help avoid germ.

Public transport, public spaces & work – Once again this mainly involves hands and how important it is to wash hands after long periods in public spaces. Definitely advisable to wash your hands before eating. Handles and rails pose the greatest risk of all, especially those that travel on public transport.

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Animals to people:  Animals carry various types of germ hence why it is important to wash hands before making contact with others and food.

Children & nappy changing: Anyone changing a nappy must wash their hands for hygienic reasons. Children with diarrhoea pose a high health risk and the germs cause many problems. The principle can be applied to anyone that has been in contact with an infected person.

Cleaning equipment and accessories:  Cleaning tools such as washing- up brushes, mops, buckets, cloths, sponges, hoover bags, duster and hoovers should be kept clean and functional, as they can harbour dangerous germs. Disposable or paper cloth are preferred so they can be thrown away. Otherwise it is recommend they are washed thoroughly.

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Before & After Photos: Keyboard & Telephone Cleaning Service

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Who has flu in your office?
10 Reasons why IT cleaning is better than office cleaning
What is Freshers’ Flu? Causes, symptoms and prevention
Dirty Keyboards and Smartphones contain more germs than toilet seats
Do you have a Seasonal Allergy? Hay Fever, Allergies, Rhinitis & Pollen
How many dirty keyboards produce this much dirt?

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