Pet-friendly offices are growing in popularity with studies suggesting that working in a pet-friendly office improves employee well-being. While it has a positive impact, it can be challenging when it comes to office cleaning.
Your cleaning routine will remain similar to other office spaces, however we do have some special cleaning tips to ensure your office remains clean and safe, both for your employees, visitors, and pets.
While it's great to welcome your employees pets in the office, you need to establish some ground rules. These are policies to help maintain your office, ensuring it remains clean and safe. It is therefore, the pet owners responsibility to follow these rules if they want their pet to join them at work each day.
Some suggestions from the Sloane Cleaning Services team includes:
Regular cleaning in pet-friendly offices is not negotiable, it's essential. Its important to ensure you use eco-friendly cleaning supplies that is safe for humans and animals.
It is important to ensure your indoor air quality is excellent and doesn't degrade due to pets being in the office. We suggest cleaning your HVAX air filters regularly, adding air purifiers to the office, and keeping the windows open on warmer days.
Pet-friendly offices are going to have to deal with pet hair. Dog and cat hair can settle on upholstery and carpets. As you walk on the carpeting, the fur is released into the air, negatively impacting indoor air quality.
Regular vacuuming is the best option for pet friendly spaces. Most pet friendly offices benefit from a morning vacuum, preparing the office for the day ahead.
When employees come to work with their beloved pet, there are going to be some challenges. Some will arrive with their prized cat, while others arrive with their dog best-friend. Having a dedicated dog-only area, not only makes cleaning easier, but reduces the risk of dogs chasing cats throughout the office.
It's not uncommon for pet-friendly offices to have an unpleasant smell, which can be caused by arriving at work with a dog in the rain, leading to your office smelling like wet-dog for the day. To eliminate bad odours, we recommend:
As pet-friendly offices grow in popularity, businesses are faced with unique cleaning challenges. We recommend having a consistent cleaning schedule in place and encourage employees to participate if they want their furry friend to come to work with them. If you need help keeping your pet-friendly office clean and healthy, the Sloane Cleaning Services team are here to assist. Contact us now for a free, no obligation quote.