As the first line of defense against viruses, you have an exceptionally critical role in ensuring that your facility is effectively cleaned. 3M is here to help you navigate the needs of your facility, employees and guests with information to address this outbreak of the novel coronavirus (also known as SARS-CoV-2 or 2019 nCoV, which causes COVID-19). Explore the comprehensive guide to selecting the right industrial cleaning and disinfection solution.
The three-pronged approach to virus defence.
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Clean, sanitize, disinfect.
- Clean away dust, dirt and debris, which can remove, but will not kill, germs.
- Sanitize to lower the number of germs on surfaces and objects in “hot spots” like school cafeterias and other food-prep areas.
- Disinfect, which won’t clean dirty surfaces but will kill at least 99.9999% of germs.
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Choose the right product.
It’s critical to select the most effective product to prevent the flu in your environment.
To ensure the right selection*, cleaning staff should:- Refer to supplier published product specifications to ensure it has been proven effective against the flu virus.
- Consider factors like dwell time.
*Consult your local regulations before selecting and utilizing a disinfectant cleaner.
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Clear markings and signs.
Whether it’s creating queues for waiting areas or having clear signs around your premises, you want your visitor and employee safety to come first. Guide them on where to go and what steps to take with floor, window and wall signs.
3M disinfection and social distancing solutions.
Practicing proper disinfection measures using the right products can effectively stop the spread of illness, including cold and flu viruses. From cleaning to cross-contamination prevention, the 3M disinfection range of products covers all aspects of germ mitigation.
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3M™ Quat Disinfectant Cleaner Concentrate
Longest dwell time: 10 minutes
- EPA registered, quaternary disinfectant cleaner. Kills hepatitis B virus (HBV), HIV, MRSA, VRE, herpes simplex I and II and other pathogens.
- Multifunctional application (spray, charge bucket, mopping).
- Multiple disinfectant options- choose which works best for your facility needs.
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3M™ Sanitizer Concentrate
Sanitizer of hard, non-porous environmental surfaces in 1 minute
- Applications include precleaned, hard, nonporous food contact surfaces, including plastic and other hard nonporous cutting boards and chopping blocks, counter tops, tables, cooking and eating utensils, and drinking glasses.
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3M™ Microfiber Wipes
Use 3M™ Microfiber Wipes as part of your color-coded cleaning program for infection control and cross-contamination prevention. Providing both dry dusting and damp polishing abilities, the cloth’s knitted interwoven design of water- and oil-attracting microfibers lift and trap grease, dust and dirt particles.
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3M Graphic Signage and Social Distancing Solutions
Communicate to your customers, guests and employees on where to go in your facility, your cleaning and disinfecting procedures, modified business hours, and social distancing measures. Contact a 3M expert for solutions and support on your facility signage or branding needs by filling up the form below.
Partnerships go beyond great products.
Set tomorrow's standard in facility health and cleanliness. 3M is here to help you achieve ongoing excellence and transform business operations by guiding you through evolving industry best practices. Here’s how we can support your business continuity needs, even after your facility is up and running:
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Keeping you up-to-date with industry guidelines from CDC, WHO and national governing bodies.
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On-going training on cleaning, disinfecting and safety best practices.
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In-person sessions^ on process optimizations and other facility recommendations.
^Once lockdowns are lifted
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