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Inside the May Issue |
Care and Safety Principles
Maintenance Recommendations for Common Floor Types
OSHA regulations state that all places of
employment should be clean, orderly
and sanitary, and walking/working
surfaces should be regularly inspected and
maintained in a safe condition.
Improper or inadequate maintenance procedures can jeopardize the appearance and useful life of hard-surfaced flooring and more importantly, its safety.
Years of improper cleaning can lead to floors with low traction and an increased risk of slips and falls. Reviewing floor cleaning procedures can help reduce premature wear and prevent slip and fall accidents.
EMC, a mutual insurance company, suggests the following guidelines to understand proper floor cleaning techniques and how to use floor maintenance equipment to prevent floor damage.
Document floor cleaning procedures and train your staff.
Provide floor mats at building entrances to keep contaminants outside. A good slip prevention mat strategy can help trap sand and grit before it damages your floor’s finish. Depending on the entrance configuration and space available, mats should cover 15-20 feet from the outside scraper mat to the indoor wiper mat.
Clean up spills immediately using a damp cloth or mop.
Cordon off areas to be cleaned and/or clean during periods of low activity.
Remove loose soil, dust and debris with a broom, dust mop or vacuum before using any cleaning products to help prevent damage to the floor’s finish.
Do not use sweeping compounds or oil-treated mops.
Use microfiber mops instead of yarn loop mops when possible.
Use cleaning products and concentrations as recommended
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