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Steps to Protect Cleaning Staff During COVID-19

  • Fri 16th October 2020
  • US

Steps to Protect Cleaning Staff During COVID-19

Your safety is important. These simple steps can help prevent the spread of the coronavirus:

• Stay home if you are sick.
• Wear a face covering.
• Avoid dry sweeping, if feasible or use of high-pressure streams of water.
• Wear disposable gloves to clean, sanitize and disinfect common surfaces.
• Wipe equipment before and after use.
• Use EPA-approved disinfectants or cleaning chemicals.
• Use the warmest water level that is safe and dry laundry completely.
• Wash your hands with soap and water frequently.
• Maintain at least six feet between co-workers and customers.
• Wash your clothes as soon as you get home, if possible.
• Report any safety and health concerns to your supervisor.

For more information, visit www.osha.gov/coronavirus or call 1-800-321-OSHA (6742).