If we are to learn anything from the current health crisis, we should learn that cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting are part of a broad approach to prevent infectious disease outbreaks, including COVID-19. The cleaner and more sanitized we are in the way we live, the better prepared we will be to avoid creating environments that make it easy for viruses to thrive. To help slow the spread of the viruses that cause illnesses, preventive measures such as washing hands often, and of course regular cleaning and disinfection is required.
Schools and educational facilities catering for children and young people are continuously at risk for viral, bacterial, and fungal outbreaks. Providing a safe environment for children and young people goes beyond maintenance cleaning. Being prepared for an infectious outbreak is essential especially given today’s health crisis and current COVID-19 pandemic. Before beginning to disinfect, a thorough cleaning must be completed. Dirt and germs should be removed first, using appropriate cleaning agents particularly in institutions like schools and childcare facilities, which have more sensitive populations.
As colder months continue - bringing with them coughs, colds and runny noses - there's no better time to promote good health and hygiene habits for children. This is particularly important when children just start nursery or school and when there are changes in the weather. It’s vital that parents and educators promote good hygiene procedures and support the children to understand the importance of handwashing to prevent the spread of germs.
Bio-Safety Security has found a solution to this problem and an excellent alternative to handheld thermometers, in the totally hands-free infrared thermometer which can be wall mounted or placed on a tripod stand at the entrance of your premises. The Hands-Free Infrared Thermometer can help detect the presence of a high temperature quickly and accurately and Its contactless design further ensures maximum defense against germs and viruses and is the best way to ensure staff and visitors do not unwittingly introduce germs and viruses to your workplace.
Latest coronavirus news as of 5 pm on 17 September state there is a‘steep rise in new coronavirus cases in England despite testing shortage’.
The weekly number of people testing positive for coronavirus in England has risen sharply, as the country is experiencing testing shortages. In the first week of September, just over 18,000 people were diagnosed with Covid-19, and according to NHS Test and Tracetoday’s figures show that there has been an increase of 167% since end of August.
Hypochlorous acid (HOCI) is the perfect weapon to fight germs and viruses including Covi-19 as seen in lots of recent articles and publications. HOCl contains NO Harsh Chemicals, it is 100% Natural, yet it provides the very best and safest protection for all your family. Research shows that HOCl has been used in the medical field for over a century, where this was used to clean and disinfect wounds in World War I. Hypochlorous acid is now used in everyday settings including daycare centers and hospitals as a powerful yet safe disinfectant.
Children under five have the highest risk of accidental poisoning. There are many different types of poison. These can be swallowed, absorbed through the skin, injected, inhaled or splashed into the eye. It’s vital that parents and educators follow substance safety procedures and ensure children’s safety and preventing accidental poisoning.
A Green Clean Environment results in Healthy Life. The environment we live in impacts directly on our quality of life, our physical and mental health. We all want to live in a world that is not threatened by the risk of viruses and infections, and a world where people and all living creatures and the eco-systems are not threatened by climate change.
Improving the health and safety of people and protecting the environment is key in the midst of a pandemic and the current escalating climate crisis. Choose a simple, eco-friendly and highly effective solution to killing viruses instantly. Although disinfectants used in homes are especially selected so that potential residue left on surfaces is not harmful to the consumer, many affect the skin, eyes or respiratory system and can be harmful if ingested.
