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 Shared Spaces
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.1
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.2 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.
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.
1. Top Restroom Cleaning Challenges [Internet]. CleanLink. [cited 2024 Feb 1]. Available from: https://www.cleanlink.com/hs/article/Top-Restroom-Cleaning-Challenges--24739
2. 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
Types of Cleaning and Disinfecting Tasks
During 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.
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.
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.
