Hygiene in the Workplace

Good hygiene practices in your workplace are an important element in maintaining a clean and healthy work environment. Hygiene at the office is more than just ensuring your employees wash their hands: it is an integrated approach aimed at reducing sick days, increasing productivity and improving the overall working environment for your employees and customers. 

Research undertaken by “The Hygiene Great Australian Washroom Survey” discovered the following: 

• Poor workplace hygiene has cost businesses $800 million in lost wages 

• Australian office workers are spending an annual average of 37.6 hours in the bathroom (the equivalent of more than 1 week of work) 
• 1 in 6 are on their mobile phone while using the washroom 
• 1 in 3 do not wash their hands every time they visit the toilet 
• 31% rated their washroom as average or below average 
• 40% believe better washroom hygiene would improve job satisfaction 
• 47% believe it is the responsibility of all employees to maintain better office hygiene 

These statistics support the fact that poor hygiene in the workplace can result in disruption costs, lost productivity and lower employee morale. Companies cannot afford to become complacent when it comes to basic hygiene practices in the workplace. 

Cleanpro Hygiene  Solutions offer a wide range of support services relevant to your type of business and operational needs. These include hand hygiene products such as soaps, foams, and hand sanitisers.

In an era where people are increasingly conscious of combating germs by proper hand washing, the cleanliness of a restroom directly influences the amount of time spent in the facility. 

We recommend washing with soap and warm water at least 15 to 20 seconds. We also believe a clean restroom evokes confidence in its patrons that surfaces are germ-free, and thus, they are more comfortable spending more time to properly wash their hands. Washing hands properly is the single most important thing we can do to keep from getting sick and spreading illness to others, according to Cleanpro. 

Some of our product lines are supported with ‘free on loan’ dispensing systems that are clearly labelled, attractive and durable, and ensure usage is cost effective. 

If you are reviewing your hygiene services and would like further information, please contact us for an obligation free quote. 

Contact us for all your workplace hygiene needs.