London's climate is unpredictable at the best of times. It can be hot and humid, or cold and wet. This doesn't only influence what you are going to wear, it has a major impact on office hygiene.
Businesses located in the capital city have cleaning challenges, due to London's climate. It can impact cleanliness, employee health, and your image.
London sees its fair share of rain. In fact, it rains close to half the year in the capital city. Wet or damp pavements are a common sight on London streets. At the same time, your employees and visitors will walk this moisture into your office, bringing dust, dirt, mud, and debris. This can dirty carpeting and floors quickly, making hard floors slippery and dangerous.
The problem is that moisture isn't only cosmetic, it can increase hygiene issues considerably. Persistent dampness increases the risk of mould and bacteria. Regular cleaning and proper matting systems at entry points are important to prevent the risk of health issues, while keeping your carpets and hard floors clean. At Sloane Cleaning Services, we recommend London businesses increase the floor and carpet cleaning frequency during wet and moist days.
London experiences air pollution, which also influences its climate. Colder months, pollutants are trapped near the ground and can increase poor indoor air quality. Vehicle emissions and particulate matter can settle on indoor surfaces.
This increases dust build up on desks, electronics, and in meeting rooms. This promotes an unprofessional image, while negatively impacting employee well being. Regular vacuuming and dusting is essential during winter and spring, when there is high pollution. Vacuum cleaners with HEPA filters should be used to effectively trap dust and dirt.
Seasonal colds and flu outbreaks are common during the cool winters in London. These illnesses can quickly spread throughout offices, increasing absenteeism, and lowering productivity. At the same time, summer humidity can encourage certain viruses to thrive on surfaces.
At Sloane Cleaning Services, we recommend paying close attention to high touch surfaces daily, focusing on cleaning and sanitising lift buttons, door handles, light switches, and kitchen appliances.
London experiences a relatively mild summer, when compared to other UK cities. In the past few years, we have experienced hotter and more humid summers, accelerating the growth of bacteria, and increasing the risk of unpleasant odours. London offices may experience insect activity in office kitchens and break rooms.
During hot and humid spells, Sloane Cleaning Services recommends disposing of waste regularly, keep office fridges clean, and ensure good ventilation to keep your office, clean, hygienic, and fresh.
London's climate impacts office hygiene, increasing the chances of an increase in staff absenteeism, resulting in a drop in productivity. Sloane Cleaning Services brings more than forty years of office cleaning experience, providing a year-round hygiene strategy, helping you address any climate related hygiene challenges your London office experiences. Contact us today for a free, no obligation quote.