Infection Control In Commercial Buildings
Infection Control in Commercial Buildings: A Comprehensive Guide for Facility Managers and Cleaning Professionals Keeping a commercial building safe from infectious diseases requires a systematic approach that goes beyond routine cleaning. Infection control in commercial buildings integrates cleaning, disinfecting, sanitizing, decontamination, and environmental design strategies to stop the spread of germs, bacteria, viruses, pathogens, and biohazards. For facility managers and commercial cleaning professionals, implementing hospital-style infection control protocols provides assurance to building occupants and demonstrates proactive commitment to public health. The Four Pillars of Infection Control Effective infection control builds on four distinct but interconnected processes: Process What It Does Key Difference Cleaning Wipes away grime, grease, dust, and organic materials; tidies clutter Removes infectious material but doesn't kill pathogens Sanitizing Reduces bacteri...