No workplace in the greater Boston area is completely free of allergens that cause so many problems from late spring through early fall. Employees with allergies and sensitive respiratory systems are subject to irritation from dust, pollen, mold, and even dander. And the results of such exposure are not pretty. Commercial cleaning services can help.
While employees experience symptoms including itchy eyes, coughing, and sneezing in offices throughout Boston, the procedures and tools we use to clean commercial environments can help them feel a lot better. As a result, absenteeism related to allergies and respiratory problems goes down.
The Modern Allergy Problem
An estimated 100 million Americans have allergies of some sort. Moreover, allergies are one of the leading causes of chronic illness. It is in an employer’s best interest to do everything possible to create a hypoallergenic workplace so that employees can work comfortably. Comfortable employees are more productive employees.
How Commercial Cleaning Helps
So, how can commercial cleaning services help combat workplace allergies? Through the implementation of four specific strategies:
1. Allergen Removal
An obvious place to start for any commercial cleaning service is allergen removal. In Boston, we see a lot of pollen through the spring and early parts of the summer. So it’s important that commercial cleaning crews address it with proper dusting, sweeping, and vacuuming techniques. The same goes for other allergens, including dust mites and dander.
A number of tools can help us be more effective at allergen removal. For example, a commercial vacuum cleaner equipped with a HEPA filter is capable of trapping even the finest dust particles and pollen. HEPA filters put a stop to recirculating allergens during vacuuming.
2. Mold and Mildew Prevention
Mold and mildew are significant risks during allergy season. To keep them at bay, professional cleaners make a point of addressing high-moisture areas to make sure standing water is not left behind. In addition, properly cleaning minor instances of mold and mildew keeps it from spreading.
3. Surface Sanitation
Contaminated surfaces can make allergies worse. To prevent that, cleaners make a priority of sanitizing high-touch surfaces like door handles, light switches, elevator buttons, and office equipment.
It is also important to sanitize restrooms on a regular basis. At least several times a day, restrooms should be cleaned and sanitized to cut down on allergens.
4. Air Quality
Finally, appropriate cleaning procedures can help improve indoor air quality. Cleaning crews replace air filters, clean vents, and use proactive dusting techniques to keep dirt and pollen out of the air.
Allergies and Absenteeism
The peak of the allergy season is when allergy-related absenteeism is at its highest. Employees with the worst allergies might even save all their sick days for that time of year. Regardless, absenteeism reduces productivity and ultimately costs money.
The goal behind commercial cleaning is to disrupt the cycle of allergies and employees taking time off. By making allergen control a priority, commercial cleaners make the office environment more friendly to allergy sufferers. They feel better and miss less time as a result.
All Pro Is Here to Help
We know that certain types of allergies are pretty common in the Boston area. Think about your own workplace. If you have noticed higher absenteeism rates during allergy season, it could be that your office isn’t being cleaned properly. Don’t worry though. All Pro Cleaning Systems is here to help.
Contact us to learn more about how our cleaning services can make your office better for people living with allergies. We would be happy to answer your questions and get you signed up for service right away.