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Are My Office Files Contaminated?!

Are My Office Files Contaminated?!

March 24, 2020 by Kim Fournier

During this COVID 19 pandemic, do you wonder if your office files are contaminated?

Here’s the deal … if an office file changes hands allot or goes from office to office, it is most likely “germy”. Here’s why.

  • Bob passed on the file to Judy, but on his way to Judy’s office, Bob stopped at the washroom to have a poop, put the file on the sink, and didn’t wash his hands.
  • Judy spent a few hours reviewing the file and sneezed twice in her hands. When she was done her review, she handed it to Richard.
  • Richard is a little ill today, feeling nausea and had a bit of vomiting this morning, but went to work. He reviewed the file while having lunch. Yum
  • … you get the idea…

The point is, office files can certainly be germy, but as long as you don’t lick them, you should be fine because  …

  • You never ever touch your nose, ears, face, mouth, or eat without washing your hands (and fingers) diligently.
  • You never bring the file in the washroom.
  • You always always wash your hands thoroughly after you go to the washroom.
  • You always sneeze in your elbow.

Keep in mind that, none of the public health measures to prevent the spread of communicable disease are new. They have existed for a VERY long time, studied and monitored extensively, and proven effective. If you don’t have these measures in your workplace policy, it is a good time to git ‘er done.

See below for some handy resources. Of course, any additional public health (NOT Facebook or non-credible) recommendations for COVID19 should be applied too; such as, physical distance of 2 meters and self-isolation if you have traveled or have symptoms.

Links

How to wash your hands

When to wash your hands

Federal resource on tips for employees & employers during an infectious disease outbreak. Check with your provincial public health and outbreak/pandemic-specific guidelines.

 

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