A dirty workplace can create a series of unwanted issues. This is why maintaining cleanliness in the workplace is of utmost importance. A clean workplace doesn’t only protect your employee’s health and wellbeing, it also improves productivity and efficiency. You can opt to have your office staff take part in ensuring the office stays in top tip condition or you can hire an office cleaning company to help you. Whichever way you go, follow this guideline to learn how to promote office cleanliness.
Implement A Hygiene Policy:
Putting a hygiene policy into place will allow all staff to know what is expected. A hygiene policy lets them know about appearance and overall cleanliness. Furthermore, it will list out what they need to contribute towards maintaining cleanliness in the workplace. Implementing a hygiene policy early helps prevent awkward encounters between management and staff. If you set out these expectations from day one, employees can be prepared from the moment they start. To further avoid embarrassing conversations with unhygienic employees, a business can use its HR team. HR can send out company-wide emails to address any issues that may have come up. It is less direct but will ensure that all employees are informed of your hygiene policies.
Maintain A Clean Desk:
The desk is where the majority of people will do most of their work. So ensuring this space is organised and free from clutter is essential to productivity. A person is judged by the cleanliness of their workplace and your colleagues and clients will form opinions based on the state of your desk. So keeping your desk, cubicle, or office clean and orderly will help you create a good first impression. Setting the standards for maintaining cleanliness in your private workspace will ensure a warmer reception from visitors.
First, make sure you declutter your desk and workspace regularly. Next, ensure you either file or throw away paper you don’t need. Also, make it a habit to never leave out empty food containers and wrapping on your desk. Throw them or place them in your bag. Finally have some antibacterial wipes readily available so you can wipe down your desk periodically. Remember you can’t see germs!
Hire A Professional Commercial Cleaning Company:
To promote good staff hygiene and encourage a tidy desk area, it’s important to reflect that in the office. If you find that your staff are busy with their work and don’t have time (or the willingness!) to clean their office space, the next best thing is to hire a professional commercial cleaning company. Although this will be an added cost to your expenses, it is the most efficient way to maintain a clean workspace. Staff members already have a lot of work to do, they do not need to worry about a deep clean of their office as well.
It is better to hire a professional company that is guaranteed to get the job done right. A professional cleaning company will promote work cleanliness and can provide a variety of services. Maintaining cleanliness in the workplace will not only improve hygiene but increase staff morale. This allows staff to focus on their main responsibilities causing an increase in productivity.
Stock Up On Cleaning Supplies:
To help promote hygiene and cleanliness in the workplace, make sure that your office has all essential, industrial cleaning products available on hand. Even if you choose to hire an office cleaner, having these supplies readily available can make the task of cleaning less of a hassle. So you can include:
- Disinfectants
- Detergents
- Sanitisers
- Paper products
- Odour control
- Floor polish
- Wipes, tissues
- Microfiber cloths
- Dustpan
- Broom
- Mop and bucket
- Vacuum Cleaner
The maintenance of office space is everyone’s responsibility. So providing these tools allows all team members to contribute and will help promote cleanliness.
Post Signs:
Instead of having to be there to constantly remind your team what to do and the right way to do it, put up some signs. Signs dictating the correct way to handwash and signs that indicate where sanitisers and bins are useful to have. Signage is a good way to remind everyone of what they need to do. Teams will benefit from following signs and managers won’t feel like they have to breathe down their employees’ necks. Signs are a useful way to promote cleanliness in the workplace.
Building a hygienic and clean workplace requires determination and every team member to be committed to the same goal. Implementing rules, policies, and guidance for cleanliness in the workplace ensure an increase in productivity and morale.
Below is a simple list of 10 office rules you can print out and hang in your office for staff to follow:
Office Cleanliness Rules:
- Take out the rubbish daily.
- Ensure all cables are untangled and organised.
- Maintain minimal clutter on desks.
- Sanitise and wash your hands with soap.
- No food or drink at your desk.
- Clean up any spills.
- Dispose of boxes and packaging immediately.
- Be responsible for your own washing up.
- Wipe down your desk area with disinfectant wipes.
- Maintain a professional appearance.
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