Colour Coding Prevents Cross-Contamination
You never want to use the same cloth, that you used in cleaning the toilets, in cleaning the kitchen where you prepare food. Using the same set of cleaning supplies to different areas can increase the risk of cross-contamination. Cross-contamination is when you bring the germs and bacteria from one place to another. This happens when you use the same set of cleaning supplies in different areas.
This is where colour coding system comes in. Colour coding your cleaning supplies can reduce the risk of cross-contamination by assigning a particular colour per area. Nowadays, you can now buy mops, cloths, and buckets in different colours. Your chemicals can be colour coded as well through labels, wall charts, and dispensing equipment.
Green Rhino suggests the following colour coding:
| RED | For the bathroom, toilet, urinals, restroom floors |
| BLUE | For general cleaning or low-risk areas like offices, hallways, desks |
| GREEN | For food service and preparation areas |
| YELLOW | For infectious areas or high-risk areas |
| WHITE | For operating theatres |
Applying a colour coding system to your cleaning supplies:
- Reduces the risk of cross-contamination
- Increases safety amongst your cleaners, customers, visitors, and employees
- Makes training your cleaners easier
- Achieves a high level of health and safety in your facility
Do you need advice on colour coding? Do not hesitate to contact us at 09 250 0091 or sent us a message! We would be very happy to help!
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