Office Cleaning Tips
A tidy workplace is easier to work in, and easier for a cleaning crew to keep clean.
A Cleaner Place To Work
Whether you work at a company office or a desk at home, the same handful of surfaces collect most of the dust and germs. A few minutes a day keeps them under control.
Where To Focus
Your Desk
Clear it at the end of each day. A clear surface can be wiped in seconds, and cleaners can only clean what they can reach.
Keyboard And Mouse
Turn the keyboard over and tap out crumbs, then wipe keys and the mouse with a lightly dampened cloth. Unplug or power off first.
Screens
Use a dry microfiber cloth, or one made for screens. Never spray liquid directly onto a monitor.
Phones And Headsets
Wipe them often. They are handled and held near the face all day.
Break Room
Wipe the microwave handle, coffee machine buttons and refrigerator door daily, and agree a day when old food is thrown out.
Shared Touch Points
Door handles, light switches, printer panels and meeting room tables are touched by everyone and deserve regular attention.
Habits That Help Your Cleaning Crew
Small changes that make professional cleaning more effective:
- Keep floors clear of boxes and bags so they can be vacuumed properly
- Put waste in the right bins
- Report spills and stains when they happen, not weeks later
- Leave desks clear on the days surfaces are wiped
- Tell your provider when the layout or headcount changes
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More Cleaning Tips
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