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Clean Means Business toolkit
A clean and organized workspace is not just visually appealing; it also contributes significantly to the overall efficiency and success of your small business. A tidy environment creates a positive impression on customers, clients, and employees, and promotes a healthier work atmosphere. As a business owner, you are not alone in navigating how to best keep your workspace safe and clean. To help, we’ve created the <anchor>Clean Means Business toolkit</anchor> offering guidance, adapted from public health recommendations, to ensure a high level of cleanliness. Check out the toolkit and then here are some additional tips:
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A Guide for Healthy Workspaces

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![Clean Means Business Logo](/sites/default/files/pictures/cleaning-tips/CleanMeansBusiness/CleanMeansBusiness_Logo.png)As a business owner, you are not alone in navigating how to best keep your workspace safe and clean. To help, we’ve created the _Clean Means Business_ toolkit offering guidance, adapted from public health recommendations, to ensure a high level of cleanliness. Reinforce confidence among your teams and customers through effective cleaning and disinfecting best practices.

### [Essential Cleaning Steps](\#essential-cleaning-steps)

![](https://www.cleaninginstitute.org/sites/default/files/pictures/cleaning-tips/CleanMeansBusiness/step1a.png)

#### Always Aware

- Daily disinfecting of all frequently-touched surfaces and objects.

![](https://www.cleaninginstitute.org/sites/default/files/pictures/cleaning-tips/CleanMeansBusiness/step2.png)

#### Keep Clean

- To reduce the spread of germs, especially on frequently-touched surfaces, clean the surface first to remove dirt and grime, let the surface stay dry, then disinfect.
- Access soap and running water or sanitizers to promote routine water personal hygiene habits after:
  - Using the bathroom
  - Unpacking deliveries
  - Touching frequently-touched objects

![](https://www.cleaninginstitute.org/sites/default/files/pictures/cleaning-tips/CleanMeansBusiness/step3a.png)

#### Stay Safe

- Don't mix cleaning products.
- When using any cleaning product, read and follow label directions.

[Download the Poster](https://media.acihq.org/gsp/gs/mediaobjects/docs/CleaningIsCaring/CleanMeansBusiness/EmployeePoster.pdf)

### [Workplace Cleaning Checklist](\#workplace-cleaning-checklist)

#### Evaluate your place of business:

**☐ Disinfect frequently-touched surfaces and objects on a daily basis**

**☐ Continue to update your cleaning**

#### Optimize your workplace cleaning routine:

**☐ Promote personal hygiene, including a place to wash hands with soap and running water; offer hand-** **sanitizer stations; post hand-washing signs in restrooms**

**☐ Maintain routine cleaning and disinfecting of frequently-touched surfaces and equipment**

**☐ Handle deliveries with care:**

- **Request “no-contact” delivery options when available and immediately dispose of outer packaging**
- **Wash your hands after unpacking**

#### Keep safety top-of-mind:

**☐ Follow the manufacturer’s instructions on the label to ensure safe and effective use of cleaning and disinfection products**

**☐ Keep all disinfectants and cleaning products safely stored out of reach of children**

[Download the Checklist](https://media.acihq.org/gsp/gs/mediaobjects/docs/CleaningIsCaring/CleanMeansBusiness/EmployerChecklist.pdf)

### [The Dirty Dozen to Disinfect](\#the-dirty-dozen-to-disinfect)

![](https://www.cleaninginstitute.org/sites/default/files/pictures/cleaning-tips/CleanMeansBusiness/DirtyDozen2.png)

**Clean and Disinfect:** Doorknobs, Light Switches, Handrails, Printers, Tables, Desks, Phones, Touch Screens, Keyboards, Toilets, Countertops, Faucets and Sinks

[Download the Poster](https://media.acihq.org/gsp/gs/mediaobjects/docs/CleaningIsCaring/CleanMeansBusiness/DirtyDozen.pdf)

### [Disinfecting Guide](\#disinfecting-guide)

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#### 1\. Before Disinfecting

- Choose an EPA registered product.
- Read the directions before use and follow them.
- As directed, preclean dirty surfaces.

![](https://www.cleaninginstitute.org/sites/default/files/pictures/cleaning-tips/CleanMeansBusiness/disinfecting-step2a.png)

#### 2\. Use It

- Never mix products.
- Only use on approved surfaces.
- Never ingest products or use directly on skin.
- Leave on for the entire contact time.
- Do not let children handle products.

![](https://www.cleaninginstitute.org/sites/default/files/pictures/cleaning-tips/CleanMeansBusiness/disinfecting-step3a.png)

#### 3\. After Disinfecting

- Rinse food contact surfaces after disinfecting.
- Throw out disinfectant wipes after using. Never flush non-flushable products.
- Look to the label for instructions on how to discard leftover product.

![](https://www.cleaninginstitute.org/sites/default/files/pictures/cleaning-tips/CleanMeansBusiness/disinfecting-step4a.png)

#### 4\. Store It

- Always store up and out of reach of children.
- Store disinfectants in their original containers with the labels intact.
- Store at a safe temperature.

[Download the Poster](https://media.acihq.org/gsp/gs/mediaobjects/docs/CleaningIsCaring/CleanMeansBusiness/DirtyDozen.pdf)

### [Handwashing Reminder](\#handwashing-reminder)

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### **1\. Wet** your hands with clean, running water (warm or cold), turn off the tap, and apply soap.

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### **2\. Lather** your hands by rubbing them together with the soap.

Tip: Be sure to lather the backs of your hands, between your nails.

![](https://www.cleaninginstitute.org/sites/default/files/pictures/cleaning-tips/CleanMeansBusiness/handwashing3.png)

### **3\. Scrub** your hands for at least 20 seconds.

Tip: Hum the "Happy Birthday" song from beginning to end twice.

![](https://www.cleaninginstitute.org/sites/default/files/pictures/cleaning-tips/CleanMeansBusiness/handwashing4.png)

### **4\. Rinse** your hands thoroughly under running water.

![](https://www.cleaninginstitute.org/sites/default/files/pictures/cleaning-tips/CleanMeansBusiness/handwashing5.png)

### **5\. Dry** your hands using a clean towel or air dry them.

[Download the Poster](https://media.acihq.org/gsp/gs/mediaobjects/docs/CleaningIsCaring/CleanMeansBusiness/HandWashing.pdf)

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