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So the office place has been ranked one of the most unhealthiest places your are going to inhabit on a daily basis..
Following research has shown that sick days could be significantly reduced if companies implement a better cleaning routine.
A recent study by Dr Ackerley that the main source of germs at your desk is poor personal hygiene as a recent survey has proven that nearly 50% of some work places do not wash there hands after going to the toilet. Ew.
Crumbs and spillages encourage growth in bacteria that can lead to stomach bugs, colds, flu and even food poisoning.
Bacteria and viruses that you bring back from the toilet multiply of the work surface and remain infectious for 24 hours.
Some common bacteria found on your work surface...
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa - commonly found in man-made environments like the office and causes illnesses for those with weakened immune systems.
- Staphylococcus aureus - found in the office where there is contact with skin on items such as keyboards, chairs and door handles.
- Actinomycetales - found in water and can be transferred from one surface to another.
- Norovirus - commonly found in the office and transferred by food and water.
Having a clean and tidy work place also brings professionalism to your company and organisation as well as being germ free to prevent unnecessary sick days off!
If you would like any more information or would like to book a free quotation for your office please click the link below to get in contact with one of the team ----> http:/ www.lemonfreshcleans.co.uk/contact-us
**Resource http://cleaningmag.com/news/is-your-office-making-you-ill-1 **
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Limescale content in our tap water is ‘linked to the geological nature of the soil’ (Cleaning Wizard, 2018) and statistics from water supplier, Sutton and East Surrey Water state that ‘85% [of water] comes from underground’ in the region. This means our water is exposed to the rock and minerals that make it high in limescale, or ‘hard’. So, we are here to enlighten you on the effects it has and the tricks to removing it. ‘Hard’ water is largely filtered through limescale and chalk deposits which means there is a high level of calcium and magnesium mineral ions. There are currently 4 water suppliers who provide water to Surrey: South East Water, Sutton and East Surrey Water PLC, Thames Water and Affinity Water. Affinity Water is the main water supplier to the Woking area and state on their website that their ‘supply area has, in general, ‘hard’ or ‘very hard’ water’ (Affinity Water, 2018). As a result, you may find that it is difficult to produce a lather from soap when you wash your hands or shower, but also that limescale is deposited on: tapware, silverware, electrical appliances such as coffee machines and kettles and glassware. Let’s be honest is a real pain, so here are some tricks and tips to removing it! It’s worth knowing that limescale can’t be removed instantly, it takes time and there are two main ways of tackling it yourself. Firstly, you can use products that aren’t chemical based or secondly, chemical cleaning products. Of course if neither of these suit you and you’d rather someone else do it that’s where our services at Lemon Fresh Cleans come in. The first choice of limescale removal for most people are natural products such as vinegar and lemon juice. Natural acids such as these can be left to soak from an hour - overnight then scrubbed off, usually on areas where limescale gathers such as kitchen and bathroom surfaces and taps. The only downside of this eco-friendly approach is it is time consuming and if not done properly the scrubbing can lead to damage of surfaces and metallic objects such as taps. The second choice lies in cleaning products such as Viakal, which are affordable and accessible online and in most supermarkets. Again, there is a risk of damage to taps and surfaces. So if you’re unsure, don’t want to take the risk or just don’t have the time then contact us and enquire about our services and how we can keep your home or business limescale free. References Affinity Water. (2018). Check your water hardness. Available: https://www.affinitywater.co.uk/check-hardness.aspx . Last accessed 28th March 2018. Cleaning Wizard. (2018). What are the effects of limescale on your life?. Available: https://www.supersavvyme.co.uk/home/cleaning-wizard/what-are-the-effects-of-limescale-on-your-life . Last accessed 28th March 2018. SES Water. (2018). Our Water resources. Available: http://www.waterplc.com/pages/community/our-water-resources/ . Last accessed 28th March 2018.