Surface wipes or alcohol sprays in a concentration of 80% are an easy and convenient way to disinfect.
An alcohol spray can be sprayed across surfaces and wiped with a paper towel or tissue that is then disposed of, and then left to dry. This method can be more environmentally friendly than wipes. However, wipes may be convenient as they are an all-in-one solution. Regardless of the method, workers should be wearing gloves as a minimum PPE requirement when cleaning.
Frequently touched surfaces, such as door handles, counters, phones, EFTPOS machines, etc., should be prioritised for cleaning in order to reduce the possibility of spreading COVID-19.
At a minimum, all surfaces in workplaces should be cleaning at least once daily depending on traffic and frequency of touch. Wiping with a damp cloth alone is not enough to remove or kill germs – surfaces must be disinfected to be considered clean.
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When to use surface wipes and sprays
- At least daily on surfaces that are touched multiple times a day, regardless of whether it is by the same person or different people. The frequency of cleaning should increase with more people doing more touching.
- If you are unsure, you should treat the surface as if it is frequently touched.
When not to use surface wipes and sprays
- Any areas which have not had recent human contact, such as within the last few days, are unlikely to be a potential source of infection.
