TOP 10 TIPS TO KEEP YOUR OFFICE CLEAN

1. Go paperless

Paper is porous and absorbs bacteria, making it one of the easiest ways to spread germs around the office.

2. Don’t share

Avoid sharing telephone handsets and if you do have a hot-desk policy in your place of work, wash your hands regularly and avoid touching your face after touching the keyboard or mouse.

3. Be wise and wipe

Carry your own supply of anti-bacterial wipes and wipe your mouse, keyboard and telephone handset at the beginning and end of the day.

4. Get your own

Have your own supply of office essentials such as pens, calculator, hole punch and stapler.

5. Be prepared

Keep a box of tissues and hand sanitiser on your desk.

6. Bin it

Consider increasing the amount of waste disposal points around the office for discarded tissues and ensure these are emptied regularly.

7. Tea for one

The office tea round is one of the more social aspects of the working day, but for now the best advice is to make your own tea and coffee and make sure you have your own mug at work that only you use.

8. Kitchen cleanliness

Shared kitchens at work are hotspots for bugs. Make sure there is a regular washing up rota, use disposable paper towels and give worksurfaces, kettles, toasters and microwaves a regular clean with antibacterial wipes.

9. Desk detergent

Ensure anti-bacterial detergents are used and regularly give desks, meeting hubs and communal area surfaces a thorough cleanse.

10: If in doubt, stay at home and self-isolate. You can find the latest NHS advice online here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/ coronavirus-covid-19/