Back to Basics Part II B (Video Two): Dust Removal and Floor Cleaning
Back to Basics: Cleaning/Disinfection Saving Lives
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Clean is a condition free of unwanted matter that has the potential to cause an adverse or undesirable effect. Cleaning is the fundamental management process of putting unwanted matter in its proper place to achieve a clean condition. Your staff should understand these definitions and be able to deliver the desired outcomes on a consistent basis.
YES! Germs can fly!
Particles that cause airborne diseases are small enough to cling to the air. They hang on dust particles, moisture droplets, or on the breath until they are picked up. Common airborne diseases include influenza, the common cold, chickenpox, mumps, measles, and whooping cough. Uncommon airborne diseases include anthrax, diphtheria, and meningitis.
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