??? Cast Your Vote for Cleaner, Safer Surfaces! ???

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It’s voting season so let’s also think about the daily "elections" that keep our spaces safe and healthy.

Just like electing the right leaders, we can “elect” the right level of cleanliness for our surfaces. In schools, educational facilities, and sporting venues, knowing the difference between cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting is essential.

Here’s the ballot breakdown:

?? Cleaning: The Foundation of a “Clean Campaign”

Cleaning is like the primary round! It’s the process that removes visible dirt, dust, and debris from surfaces. While it doesn’t eliminate all germs, it’s crucial for maintaining a neat and orderly environment.

Think of it as getting your candidate (surface) ready for the main event.

Example: Wiping down desks, bleachers, and gym floors to remove dust, fingerprints, and other visible particles.

?? Sanitizing: A Step Up in the Polls

Sanitizing takes cleanliness to the next level, reducing germs on surfaces to safe levels as defined by public health standards.

This is a quick but powerful step—think of it as winning the popular vote!

Sanitizing is often used on surfaces where a moderate level of germ reduction is the goal.

Example: Using sanitizing wipes on cafeteria tables or handrails in schools to lower bacteria levels and reduce risk.

?? Disinfecting: The “Landslide Victory” for Germ Control

Disinfecting is like clinching the election with a decisive win. It’s the process of killing nearly all pathogens and viruses on surfaces.

Disinfecting is crucial in high-touch areas like bathrooms, locker rooms, and gym equipment. When we need a sure “win” against germs, disinfection takes the top spot.

Example: Applying EPA-registered disinfectants on bathroom fixtures, door handles, and sports equipment in locker rooms to ensure germ-free surfaces.

By understanding the levels of cleanliness we “vote” for each day, we ensure our students, staff, and visitors are in safe hands. So, make your choice: Will you cast your vote for clean, sanitized, or disinfected?