Description
Optima Guardian Antibacterial microfibre cloths have been treated with an antibacterial agent that will inhibit the growth of bacteria within the structure of the cloths, keeping them fresher and cleaner for longer. Best used damp and available in 4 colour coded options to prevent against cross contamination.
Microfibre excels at cleaning due to the thinness of its fibres. The spaces and holes in the weave pattern of the fibre catch and hold dirt. The more spaces and grooves, the more dirt the fabric can hold. This is excellent for removing bacteria from a surface and what makes microfibre the ultimate cleaning fabric.
However if the cloths are not laundered immediately after use, then this trapped bacteria can become a breeding ground for microorganisms. Increasing the risk of cross contamination and reducing the life of the product.
Specifications
- Perfect for most surfaces
- Ultimate cleaning cloth
- Remove up to 99.9% of bacteria with just water
- Machine washable up to 400 times (Antibacterial agent remains active for a minimum of 40+ washes at a recommended 60C)
- Absorbent & durable
- Pack of 5
- 40 x 40 cm
Guide to colour coding
For example using a single mop to clean every floor in a restaurant, can spread bacteria from the washrooms and toilets to kitchen and also food preparation areas. This carries a risk of cross contamination and therefore illness. Applying a colour coded system to set apart sensitive areas from one-another is the most efficient and effective way of reducing the risk of cross contamination.
Developed by the BICSc is a universal colour code chart which is recommended for use within the cleaning industry.
- Red is assigned to areas such as urinals, toilets and washroom floors. As these areas are universally regarded to have a high-risk of bacterial contamination. By using only red-coded cleaning products such as cloths, mops, buckets and also gloves to clean them, the risk of spreading bacteria outside of these areas are reduced.
- Yellow is assigned to clinical areas, however yellow is often used outside of the care industry as a colour assigned to the cleaning of all other washroom surfaces, including sinks, mirrors, cubicles, tiled walls, glass and also metal. Having two different colour codes for wash rooms ensures that the same cleaning products are not used on toilet seats or urinals as on sinks and taps. This helps to further contain the spread of infection.
- Green has been assigned to food and drink preparation areas, including kitchens and bar areas. Food preparation areas pose a high risk of cross-contamination particularly from uncooked meat and fish. Therefore it’s crucial to control the use of cleaning products in these areas.
- Blue has been coded for low-risk areas, such as offices and hallways, as well as for general dusting or polishing. As there is usually a lower degree of bacterial contamination in these areas compared to other areas, blue coded cleaning products can be used across a wider range of surfaces.
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