Overview
It’s no secret that cleaning professionals are the backbone of keeping shared spaces safe and healthy. However, more than half of consumers say they are worried about germ exposure at work1, emphasizing the ongoing demand for regular cleaning and disinfection of high-traffic areas and frequently touched surfaces. The availability of ready-to-use (RTU) products can enhance cleaning efficiency and encourage consumers to take part in keeping shared spaces cleaner and healthier. CloroxPro solutions are specially formulated to help you tackle various germs and the toughest soils in shared spaces like restrooms, work spaces, and eating areas. Partnering with CloroxPro will help you confidently create healthier spaces throughout your facility.
1. CloroxPro. 2024 Clean Index Study. Data for this report was collected in a September 2024 online survey.
Spotting Key Challenges in Restrooms
Restrooms are high-traffic shared spaces that can quickly become dirty due to issues such as urine odors, stains, visibly dirty surfaces, and mold. People expect restrooms to be clean, odor-free, and well-stocked. If restrooms are not properly maintained, individuals may be discouraged from using the facility. Despite the importance of restroom cleanliness, maintaining these areas is often cited as one of the most challenging tasks for cleaning professionals.2
2. Top Restroom Cleaning Challenges [Internet]. CleanLink. [cited 2024 Feb 1]. Available from: https://www.cleanlink.com/hs/article/Top-Restroom-Cleaning-Challenges--24739~
Spotting Key Challenges in Shared Spaces
Shared work spaces such as conference rooms and classrooms are an essential part of any facility and have many commonly touched surfaces. When people gather in these spaces, viruses and bacteria can spread through direct person-to-person contact, through the air, and by touching a contaminated surface.3 If left untreated, illnesses caused by these germs can lead to further issues such as loss of productivity and absenteeism. A key challenge for facility managers is maintaining cleanliness across multiple surfaces that are frequently used.
3. CDC. Learn where germs live in the healthcare environment [Internet]. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 2022. Available from: https://www.cdc.gov/project-firstline/about/index.html
Spotting Key Challenges in Eating Areas
Eating areas, such as cafeterias and breakrooms, can quickly become dirty and are susceptible to the buildup of grease and grime. Grease can create slippery surfaces, posing a risk of injury to both building occupants and cleaning staff. If not addressed promptly, grease can turn into grime, which is more difficult to clean and can lead to the growth of bacteria. Additionally, this buildup can cause damage to your facility, including clogged pipes.
Types of Cleaning and Disinfecting Tasks
Types of Cleaning and Disinfecting TasksDuring the day and after hours, there is not a one-size-fits all approach to cleaning and disinfecting and protocols should vary based on space occupancy and the type of cleaning or disinfecting task at hand.
TOUCH-UP TASK: When spaces are occupied, touch-up tasks, such as wiping desks and conference room tables, help improve occupant comfort and should be performed throughout the day.
RESET TASKS: Reset tasks, such as disinfecting all high-touch surfaces in classrooms after students leave, should be done daily, once spaces are unoccupied.
TOUGH TASKS: For overall maintenance of a facility, tough tasks, like removing mold & mildew, require specialized cleaning and disinfecting. These tasks should be performed after hours on a weekly basis at minimum.
Solutions for Restrooms
Restrooms are frequently visited and filled with germs, urine stains and odors, and mold & mildew. CloroxPro has you covered with efficient solutions to tackle these challenges head-on to keep restrooms refreshed throughout the day.
TOUCH-UP TASKS:
Clorox EcoClean Disinfecting Cleaner:
Kill 99.9% of germs* commonly found in restrooms.
Clorox EcoClean Glass Cleaner: Streak-free formula cuts through dirt, smudges and fingerprints.
* When used as directed
RESET TASKS:
Clorox Toilet Bowl Cleaner with Bleach:
Bleach-based formula that cleans, deodorizes and whitens bowls, while leaving a fresh scent.
Clorox Urine Remover:
Quickly removes urine stains and odors with the cleaning power of hydrogen peroxide.
TOUGH TASKS:
Tilex Instant Mold & Mildew Remover: Brightens tiles and other surfaces while cleaning, without easting effort scrubbing.
Solutions for Work Spaces
Since work spaces are full of shared surfaces, that can easily be contaminated again after being cleaned, it is important to use cleaning and disinfecting products that will get the job done. CloroxPro products are designed to ensure the most important cleaning tasks are managed as effectively and efficiently as possible — saving time and money while keeping shared work spaces clean and healthy all day long.
TOUCH-UP TASKS:
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes: Clean and disinfect 99.9% of bacteria and viruses, such as those that cause the flu, in 15 seconds†.
Clorox EcoClean Disinfecting Wipes: Kill 99.9% of germs* including cold & flu viruses, MRSA, E. coli and Norovirus.
† Influenza A virus, Influenza Virus Type B, Human Coronavirus
* When used as directed
RESET TASKS:
Clorox EcoClean Disinfecting Spray: A ready-to-use solution that kills 99.9% of germs in 2 min or less‡.
‡ When used as directed on hard, nonporous surfaces. See product label for list of organisms.
TOUGH TASKS:
Pine-Sol Multi-Surface Cleaner Original Pine: This versatile cleaner kills 99.9% of germs and disinfects both full strength and when diluted**.
** Of all Pine-Sol products depicted, only Pine-Sol Multi-Surface Cleaner is a registered disinfectant. Use as directed on hard, nonporous surfaces.
Solutions for Eating Areas
Areas where people eat are prone to grease and grime and, if not cleaned properly, can result in injuries, damaged equipment, and harbor bacteria. To avoid slipping up, CloroxPro has cleaning and disinfecting solutions that can remove grease and grime and kill germs in eating areas.
TOUCH-UP TASKS:
Clorox Anywhere Daily Disinfectant & Sanitizer: This ready-to-use solution cleans and disinfects surfaces with a single spray, helping to prevent the build-up of soils and germs.
RESET TASKS:
Pine-Sol Multi-Surface Cleaner: A multi-purpose cleaner that can be used on a wide variety of surfaces and effectively cleans greasy floors without making them slippery.
TOUGH TASKS:
Formula 409 Cleaner Degreaser Disinfectant: This anti-streaking spray can cut through grease, disinfect surfaces, and remove odors throughout your facility††.
†† For food-contact surfaces such as institutional kitchen counters, tables, and appliances, rinse disinfected surface with potable water.