Not only does a clean office give a good first impression to customers, it’s also important for employees to come to work in a sanitary environment that’s organized and well kept. Spring cleaning has arrived! Let’s get started by stocking up on our essentials list.
Make Your Office Supplies List – And Keep it Stocked
Vacuum Cleaner
Broom & Dustpan
Sponge Mop
Plastic Buckets
Rubber Gloves
Cleaning Supply Cart
Trash Bags
Dust Towels
Newspapers or Coffee Filters (for streak-free window cleaning!)
Cleaning Towels – For General Surface Cleaning
Brillo Pads
Glass cleaner
Wood Polish
Bleach
Lysol or Other Floor Cleaning Solutions
Soft-Scrub
Stainless Steel Cleaning Polish or Powder
Mold & Mildew Cleaner
Disinfectant Wipes
Air Freshener
Keep an Office Cleaning Schedule
If you handle the cleaning of your office or work space yourselves (rather than contracting through a professional service), a cleaning schedule with required duties is helpful to post, along with the person responsible.
Pay Attention to Publicly Accessible Areas
These are the areas everyone sees:
Sweep the area in front of your business and check for trash or debris daily.
Keep the reception area free of clutter by stacking magazines or utilizing a wall rack.
Dust tables.
Empty garbage.
Clean windows.
Ensure floors are swept and vacuumed or mopped.
If you have plants in your reception area, keep them looking healthy – Nothing gives off a dingy and neglected vibe more than dead plants!
Simplify Your Office Bathroom Cleaning Routine
Bathrooms are another area where cleanliness is absolutely non-negotiable. In fact, everyday, you should do the following:
Wipe down sinks and mirrors.
Scrub toilets and toilet bowls.
Sweep and mop floors.
Remove garbage from every receptacle.
Refill paper towels, toilet tissue, hand soap, etc.
Zap Germs in Break Rooms & Office Kitchen Areas
In the workplace, break rooms and kitchen areas are where employees go to unwind, grab a bite for lunch, and spread germs – yep, you read that right! Break rooms and kitchens overflow with germs, so put these spaces at the top of your cleaning to-do list. Everyday, you should:
Wash and put away dishes.
Discard old food items.
Clean counter tops.
Take expired foods and drinks out of the refrigerator.
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