Washing our hands is still the easiest and most effective way to control the spread of diseases and infections. But with the current COVID19 pandemic and other infectious diseases, surface disinfecting needs to be practiced as well as germs, bacteria, and viruses can survive on surfaces for an hour or more.

Check out these quick and safe practices for disinfecting that might be useful to you and others within your circle

• Determine where disinfectants are specifically needed.
  • For example, disinfectant cleaner on doorknobs, railings, and toilet sits, sinks, faucets, and surfaces frequently touched. Use surface sanitizers with proven 99.9% efficacy for toilet bathroom walls, floors, and toilets.
• Some surfaces need to be cleaned first before using an approved disinfectant cleaner.
• Always follow label instructions on proper dilution, use, rinsing procedures, and how long the cleaner will stay on the surface to ensure it will effectively kill the germs, bacteria, or fungi.
• Avoid using aerosols or antimicrobial air fresheners as these are not effective at killing germs or bacteria.
• Compare disinfectant cleaner’s efficacy and health impact. It is always a good idea to look for an alternative disinfectant cleaner with the same efficacy but with lower health or environmental risks.
• Use concentrated disinfectant cleaner as this is environmentally approved and a cost-effective method.

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