Is Your Business Falling Behind with Restroom Sanitation?

From fast-food restaurants to gas stations, public washrooms used to be seemingly everywhere. But lately, customers are frequently hearing that washrooms are closed or unavailable due to the pandemic. This is a big problem. While many adults can simply wait until they get home, that isn’t true for everyone. Elderly, very young, and pregnant customers often don’t have the luxury of being able to hold their bladders indefinitely, which means that businesses need to step up to ensure their valued customers have the necessary access to safe, clean facilities. 

According to Stephen Berger, M.D., an infectious disease expert, “Lavatories are, unfortunately, ideal for the transmission of COVID-19. They are closed and poorly ventilated.” To make matters worse, droplets of the virus that hang in the air when an infected person talks or breathes can linger long after that person has vacated their stall and there are numerous high-touch shared surfaces: doorknobs, toilet locks, faucets, soap dispensers, and more. 

So what should business owners do?

While closing bathrooms may seem like the easier solution, that doesn’t make it the best option. Instead, what businesses need to do is use proven methods, like social distancing and vigilant cleaning, to ensure restrooms are safe. Use clear, elegant signs to reduce the maximum occupancy of your washrooms. Many businesses have used ugly caution tape or a garbage bag over a toilet or sink to mark them as unavailable, but that isn’t a professional-looking solution. However you choose to increase social distancing within your facility, your solution should look intentional and considered — not thrown together. 

If one of your washrooms regularly has a longer line than the other, you may also wish to create two unisex washrooms.

Work with a Restroom Attendant or Day Porter

One of the best ways to publicly demonstrate your commitment to health and safety both to your clients and your staff is to work with a professional Calgary commercial cleaning team. A day porter, who also acts as a restroom attendant, can carefully sanitize restrooms after every use. In addition to keeping washrooms smelling fresh and looking their best, a day porter quickly becomes an essential member of any business’s team. Your porter can assist with all daily maintenance needs, from restocking toilet paper and hand sanitizer to touching up entryways and other public areas. 

In addition to providing hygienic, safe washrooms, our highly experienced day porters tirelessly keep your staff kitchen and coffee station pristine, remove the trash, and police your meeting room to make sure it is always flawlessly ready for your next appointment. 

If your business is ready to commit to providing clients and staff with a flawless commercial space, Strathcona Cleaners are here to help. Call us today to learn more about how day porters help safeguard your public image every single day.