On January 30, 2020, the World Health Organization declared the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) as “Public Health Emergency of International Concern over the global outbreak of novel coronavirus.”[1] Indeed, the virus which was first detected in Wuhan, China, has now spread to 24 countries including South Korea infecting 15 people to this date.[2]
When it comes to preventing a viral epidemic, each of us can adopt some standards precautions such as hand hygiene, cough etiquette etc. However, in order to efficiently prevent the virus from spreading, it is crucial to implement a comprehensive strategy and procedure in our environment namely in our facilities. First, to ensure people’s safety, it is crucial to implement intensive cleaning procedure for disinfection and sanitation on surfaces and equipment that we have frequent contact to such as door handles, chairs, keyboards, and other high-touch surfaces. Second, conducting Disinfection and Decontamination Service, while safeguarding against harmful health side effect to personnel, to effectively disinfect and decontaminate every inch of the surface to assure an environment free of viruses.
As a leading IFM service provider and Associate member of ISSA, the American Institute for Cleaning Sciences, the worldwide cleaning industry association, Gold Bricks FMS has adopted the latest business solutions and products to ensure the health and safety of personnel. If you’re interested in our services to prevent the coronavirus epidemic or decontaminate your facilities, please contact us at gbfms@goldbfms.com.
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[1] “International Health Regulations Emergency Committee regarding the Outbreak of Novel Coronavirus 30 January 2020.” World Health Organization. https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/media-resources/press-briefings
[2] “Novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) situation as of 3 February 2020, 16:00 (CET).” World Health Organization. http://who.maps.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.html#/c88e37cfc43b4ed3baf977d77e4a0667
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