Scissor Spring

Spring Cleaning in the Office

Spring is all about turning over a new leaf. Why not change your work ethic by giving the office a spring clean?

Dust, clutter and grime. All of these are common in the office, and all of these make for a chaotic mind. You may not think having papers strewn haphazardly over the desk amongst numerous cups containing week-old coffee would affect the way you work, but all these factors are piling on to the stress of your work load. Furthermore, following certain hygiene practices such as sanitizing telephones and door handles, washing kitchen equipment and keeping the toilets clean can reduce the number of viruses and bugs being passed on from person to person.

It’s not just the kitchen and toilets that need to be cleaned. All areas require hygiene maintenance, a cleaner will usually do the basics but keeping things extra clean and tidy will ensure a pleasant working experience.

Hygiene and cleanliness are vital within the work place and some office cleaning products could prevent viruses, odours and filth developing. Eating food in the office can create some unpleasant odours which tend to linger, prevent this from happening by placing an air freshener on your desk to keep the air fragrant. Also, plates and mugs have a habit of sitting on workers’ desks for weeks unnecessarily. Purchase some washing up liquid so there’s no excuse for dirty dishes cluttering desks and ruining paperwork. Alcohol hand gel is becoming an increasingly popular product within the work place, especially with the scorching temperatures in the summer, as the heat allows bacteria to breed at a higher rate. The hand gel can be used at any time to sanitize the hands and prevent bacteria and germs being spread throughout the workforce.

Create some order in the office! Keep desks tidy – with a desk tidy. These are perfect for storing relatively small stationery items such as pens, paperclips and scissors which have a habit of getting lost. Storage units such as filing cabinets can be used for larger items, leaving plenty of desk space for equipment and documents that are currently being used. A common office pain is the amount of paperwork that goes missing, often to be found in combination with a colleague’s possessions months later. Avoid mixing business with pleasure by investing in a magazine rack, so important documents don’t become a bookmark in the latest golf magazine…

Watch your fellow workers spring into action whilst the sweet smells and fresh aromas tantalize their nostrils. However, the key point to remember is – continue the cleanliness! Having a clean, tidy work space will make for a clear, relaxed mind.

About the Author

Written by Stephanie Staszko on behalf of
Golf 247
and
DGOS Business

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