COVID-19 Response Center

About COVID-19

COVID-19 is a respiratory illness caused by a virus called SARS-CoV-2.  COVID-19 is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) coronavirus that has not previously been seen in humans. How easily a virus spreads from person to person can vary.  The virus that causes COVID-19 appears to spread more efficiently than influenza.  People who are infected but do not show symptoms can also spread the virus to others.

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How Do We Help Keep You Safe?

As your partner, we work with you to determine infection prevention strategies for your facility.  From increasing high touch surface disinfection, implementation of full facility disinfection and hand hygiene solutions to remediation of confirmed COVID-19 cases, AQFS is here for you.  As part of our normal cleaning processes, we use EPA registered disinfectants and follow federal, state and local protocols to battle pathogens to help keep your environment safe.  

Protocols of Cleaners in the Field

  • Follow CDC and WHO recommendations to keep our staff safe

  • Communications for staff to determine if they should be at work

  • Correct personal protective equipment (PPE) worn

  • Proactive communications about potential exposure

  • Hygiene plans for before, during and after shift

Cleaning Program Adjustments

  • Development of custom cleaning/disinfection frequencies

  • Increase disinfection of high touch surfaces such as toilets, elevator buttons, hand rails, door knobs, light switches, etc.

  • Ensure waste bins are cleared daily and there is no spillage

  • Adjust staffing levels to accommodate your occupancy levels

Help with occupant communications

  • Hand hygiene posters

  • Cleaning protocols and schedule

  • Messaging around disinfection products

  • Disinfection confirmation notices

 
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Your Safety is our #1 Priority

Disinfecting Services

Having a disinfection plan as part of your janitorial operations program is critical to infection prevention and controlling transmission of pathogens during an outbreak.  The AQFS team is properly trained in infection prevention and outbreak support. 

Benefits of Proper Disinfecting Services

  • Your occupants are less likely to get sick

  • Proactive germ killing and removal of harmful contaminants

  • Increased production and cost saving through reduced absenteeism

Disinfection Solutions

Our Specialty Services team uses EPA Registered disinfectant products with electrostatic spraying technology along with hand application methods to ensure your occupants are well cared for, at all times.

Disinfecting using Electrostatic Spray Methods

Clorox® Total 360® Disinfectant Cleaner used as part of the Total 360 electrostatic sprayer provides superior coverage in hard-to-reach places such as the side, underside and backside of surfaces.  Watch the video to see the difference in action!

Clorox® Total 360® Disinfectant Cleaner

  • Kills SARS-CoV-2, rhinovirus, MRSA and norovirus in two minutes or less

  • Kills 99.9 of bacteria in 5 seconds

  • Sanitizes soft surfaces

  • Inhibits mold and mildew growth for up to 7 days

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Best Practices

  • Social distancing of 6 feet

  • Taking temperature 2 hours prior to scheduled shift and not working if temperature is 100.4° or higher

  • Proper hand hygiene throughout the day

  • Use only disinfectants on the EPA’s List N

  • Increased high touch surface disinfection

  • Ensure personal protective equipment is worn

  • Kindness and patience goes a long way

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