Cleaning vs. Disinfecting: What Does Your Workplace Actually Need?
A shiny desk can still be dirty. A restroom can smell fresh without being properly maintained. And a bottle labeled "disinfectant" does not automatically mean a surface has been disinfected correctly. For San Jose business owners, understanding the difference between cleaning and disinfecting can help you make better decisions about your janitorial service. It can also help you ask the right questions before signing a cleaning contract. Cleaning Removes the Mess Cleaning is the everyday work that keeps a business presentable and usable. It involves removing dirt, dust, crumbs, spills, and other debris from surfaces. Think vacuuming floors, wiping desks, emptying trash, washing sinks, and cleaning restroom fixtures. Soap or detergent and physical wiping can remove many germs along with visible dirt. In most ordinary office settings, consistent routine cleaning is the foundation of a good maintenance plan For practical advice on when to clean and when to disinfect, see the CDC...