5 Dangers of an Unsanitary Workplace – Office Cleaning Services

​Office cleaning services are required at your workplace. ​​Usually, we don't want to acknowledge the amount of time that we are spending there, but when it comes to our health and taking care of our environment, it is essential to take the time to stop and think about it.

There are always people coming and going in our offices. Every day, our workplace gets more active, and so much traffic coming in and out of our offices can be a big magnet for dirt, clutter, grime, and unsanitary conditions to thrive around us. All this doesn't only affect you in your productivity but can also pose a health risk to everyone if it is not kept in check, maintaining an excellent level of cleanliness.

We are sharing with you 5 of the top risks of being in an unsanitary workplace and hoping you get a better idea of the importance of having an office cleaning schedule and maintenance plan that can be provided by professional office cleaning companies.

​1. Clutter

​It's not just viruses and illnesses you have to watch out for in a dirty office, the presence of clutter can present a threat to employees. Having clutter in your workplace can make it more hard for you to move around effectively and even be a hazard blocking entrances and emergency exits.

It also can pose a threat and be the cause of accidents; you are tripping over things or things falling on you. Besides everything mentioned before, having a cluttered office gives a bad and unprofessional look that can have a damaging effect on the success of your business and the name of your company.

Having a clean and safe office free of clutter is essential to ensure a healthy environment and for the success and reputation of your company.  

​2. Germs and bacteria

​Not having appropriate cleaning protocols can create an atmosphere in which microbes and harmful bacteria can spread around quickly. Germs can reach any place in your workplace from the carpets, door handles, floors, desktops, chairs, kitchen counters, plates, cups, silverware, basically everywhere.  

Having that in mind, it is crucial to encourage everyone in the office to follow healthy cleaning habits at all times. You can distribute around the office antibacterial products to make sure everyone is protected and developing healthy habits that can ensure a safe workplace for all.

​3. Mold

​The growth of mold occurs when excessive moisture is left to accumulate, whether it's from water vapor or from spillages that haven't been cleaned up correctly. It is common for mold to develop in areas where moisture and water are common. Unfortunately, the toilets and the kitchen are the most common places to be a target for mold and where office workers neglect to take the necessary steps to ensure proper sanitation.

Some of the consequences of being exposed to mold can range from rashes, allergic reactions, respiratory problems to itchiness, throat, and skin irritations.
Avoid mold around your workplace by making sure the toilets and the kitchen are appropriately sanitized and remember to make sure everything is dry from the floors to the walls, and if you notice any spill or patches of moisture or water, clean them up instantly.

​4. Morale

​Working in a filthy office is a terrible thing. Clutter, dirt, stains, and just a dull negative atmosphere can easily affect the productivity in your workplace, and that is a fact. While working in a clean, safe, and sanitize space can make a big difference physically, emotionally, and mentally in all your employees. Cleanliness would also provide a harmonious space where they can thrive and feel motivated, happy, and committed to do a great job, which would reflect in the overall success of your company.

​5. Sick leave

​As we have mentioned, the are different dangers of being in a poorly sanitized office. Employees are needing to stay at home using their sick days more often than they would typically do. Because germs, infections, irritations, and respiratory problems are affecting them and preventing you from seeing your company thrive.

All of this only for not making sure to follow proper cleaning precautions. Having professional cleaning services at your disposition can ensure a clean and safe environment for you and your employees. Everyone can enjoy better personal health, which would translate into everyone acting their best and contributing to the success of your company.

​G&G Janitorial Services

​We invite you to get in contact with us and find out more about our packages for office cleaning services and commercial cleaning services. We would be happy to answer any questions and work out with you a successful plan so you can provide a sanitized and harmonious working environment for yourself and all of your employees.