While we all know that kitchens and bathrooms get dirty from time to time, does anyone in your office really take time out to make sure your office kitchen is clean? From food debris to mould and mildew, office kitchens are notoriously neglected. And this can be a real strain on employee health and well-being. So, just how dirty is your office kitchen? Here at Cleaning North West, we are Preston’s leading commercial and domestic cleaning team. As a result, we have produced this guide exploring the dark side of the office kitchen.
The fridge
Most offices have a fridge. But who actually keeps these clean? The problems with the office fridge are two-fold.
For one, the fridge door and handle will often be overlooked for cleaning. But this is a big mistake. Think about how many people open and close your office fridge on a regular day. And now consider the germs and viruses they could be leaving on that surface. It’s no surprise then that the common cold will spread around your office, mutating as it goes.
At the same time, the fridge stores all kind of food. From meat to vegetables. And these can be forgotten and left in the fridge for the weekend. The problem with this is that the bacteria from this food decomposing, like e.coli, can linger on the surfaces inside the fridge. Infecting the new food you put in.
The microwave
Microwave ready meals are a popular choice for office workers in a rush. But when parts of that meal splash out of the container and onto the microwave, do you always stop to wipe it up? Or do you even notice when you put your own meal in? Well, over time, the remnants of this food will become mouldy. And the mould spores can be released into the new food you are attempting to heat.
To prevent these serious health issues, why not hire a professional cleaning team with the experience, the tools and the skills to make sure your office kitchen is clean every time. Give us a call today, here at Cleaning North West.