Washing hands is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of illness in offices. The World Health Organization advises that the most important action we can take during the COVID-19 pandemic is to wash hands “regularly and thoroughly” to remove any viruses that may be on them.
Rentokil has created free educational material for businesses to help train staff about hygiene. You can download our free poster showing the nine steps for effective handwashing.
There are many issues in creating a safe work environment in the post-COVID-19 world. Employers need to prevent infections and reassure staff and customers that they’re safe. These include physical solutions for social distancing, better cleaning regimes, making suitable hand and surface hygiene materials available and providing educational materials for staff.
For more information on protecting employees in the new workplace environment and how Rentokil can help, download our free ebook on returning to work.
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