Updated on September 28, 2021 by Mickey Valdez
As cleaning experts, it is our job to create sanitary, healthy, and safe environments for our customers. How these standards are met must begin with a clear understanding of the difference between cleaning and disinfecting.
According to the CDC, cleaning is performed with soap and water to remove germs, dirt, and impurities from surfaces, which lowers the risk of spreading infection. Disinfecting is not the same as cleaning because it kills germs on surfaces. By killing germs on a surface after cleaning, it can further lower the risk of spreading infection.
PowerClean Enterprises uses high-quality chemicals, including disinfectants registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as meeting the Emerging Pathogen Compliance Guidance. We train our staff to follow industry standards to properly clean and disinfect your facilities as outlined by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) to assure emerging pathogens are eliminated.
Step 1: Use EPA-approved products
PowerClean Enterprises uses only EPA-approved disinfectants. To verify that the disinfectant(s) being used are on the EPA’s list, visit epa.gov/listn.
Step 2: Read the directions
Follow the product’s directions. Check “use sites” and “surface types” to
see where you can use the product. Read the “precautionary statements.”
Step 3: Pre-clean the surface
Make sure to wash the surface with soap and water if the directions
mention pre-cleaning or if the surface is visibly dirty.
Step 4: Follow the contact time
This is the most important (and often unknown) step in disinfecting. The surface should remain wet with the disinfectant product for the entire designated time to ensure it is effective. Do NOT wipe immediately after applying!
Step 5: Wear gloves and wash your hands.
Disposable gloves are to be discarded after each cleaning. Wash your hands after removing the gloves.
Step 6: Lock it up.
Keep lids tightly closed and stored in a secure place.
