Things in Your Office That Are Less Sanitary Than You Think

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While the risks of working in an office building are minimal compared to more hands-on professions like electricians or construction workers, there is an unseen danger that lurks in unexpected places. These risks include bacterial and viral contamination from SARS-CoV-2 (the virus behind COVID-19), influenza, E. coli, and more. While you may think you run a tight ship, your office workspace can be considerably less sanitary than a public bathroom. Eliminating these risks may require more than your average cleaning solution. A UV light sanitizer for work environments is just what you need to eliminate up to 99.99% of such contaminants.

The goal of Violet Defense is to protect you and your employees and promote a clean and productive workplace. Here are just a few places in your office that require the cleansing power of ultraviolet light:

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YOUR WORKSPACE

It may be unappealing to think about, but unless you are diligent in sanitizing your desk at work, your workspace may be less hygienic than a public restroom. According to one study, up to 10 million individual bacteria can exist on the surfaces of your desk at work. Per square inch, this is almost 400 times more bacteria than your average toilet seat. Some surfaces in your workspace are dirtier than others, but all require attention to protect yourself and others. Think about all of the surfaces you touch during the duration of a single workday and ask yourself how often you clean the following:

  • Your phone (your work phone or your cell phone)

  • Your mouse

  • Your keyboard

  • Your work monitors (the screens and the buttons)

  • Electronic devices such as fax machines, printers, and scanners

  • The handles of your desk drawers

The real secret to reducing the presence of harmful bacteria in your personal workspace is sterilization. And one of the best forms of modern sterilization is through ultraviolet radiation. Conventional cleaners and antibacterial wipes may do a decent job, but ultraviolet light can easily access hard-to-reach areas. Ultraviolet light eliminates bacteria and viruses without leaving any chemicals or bad smells behind. 

Violet Defense products include automatic functionality, which gives you the ability to disinfect your workspace overnight. Paired with air purification products from Violet Defense, you can work without worrying about your physical well-being.

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YOUR OFFICE’S BREAK ROOM

Some of the worst places to find germs in the office break room include:

  • Handles and buttons on appliances (microwaves, toasters, toaster ovens, refrigerators, coffee makers)

  • On the surfaces of tables and chairs

  • On the handles of drawers, counters, and the sink

  • On the buttons of vending machines

  • On the knobs and handles of water coolers and dispensers

Just like a public food court or cafeteria, the cleanliness of your office break room can determine the health of your employees. The founders of Violet Defense want you and your employees to feel comfortable in your work environment; the last thing you want to worry about at work is getting sick. Our UV disinfection products can help you and your team focus on what matters most: staying productive and collaborative. Employees should feel safe and inspired, and our technology can help you achieve those cleanliness goals.

THE OFFICE RESTROOM

The bathroom is one of the most difficult places in the office to clean. Even if you rely on professional cleaning services, it can be difficult to feel comfortable in a public space. There are so many surfaces in an office bathroom for germs to hide:

  • On the handles of manual soap dispensers

  • On sink handles and faucets

  • On virtually all the surfaces of toilets and toilet paper dispensers

  • On railings and handrails in the stalls

  • On and around hand drying machines

  • On the handles and buttons of dispensers and appliances

To provide effective and targeted disinfection of restroom surfaces, Violet Defense’s Flash series of products includes modular disinfection systems designed for quick sanitization cycles. Our UV disinfection equipment can be used on demand or programmed for overnight use. No matter where surfaces harbor bacteria and viruses, UV light can eradicate up to 99% of the most common contaminants in public spaces. 

UNIQUE OFFICE SPACES

Depending on your profession and location, some surfaces require extra attention for disinfection:

  • Waiting rooms in medical offices and spas

  • Laboratory spaces and supply closets

  • Dressing rooms and retail spaces

  • Locker rooms and workout areas

  • Schoolrooms and instructional areas at universities

  • Living areas for firefighters, police officers, and first responders

No matter your line of work, you and your peers deserve to work in cleanliness and comfort. Violet Defense can help you do exactly that. Our technology can be more effective than manual disinfection techniques alone.

CHOOSE VIOLET DEFENSE’S UV LIGHT SANITIZER FOR WORK ENVIRONMENTS

Environmentally friendly and affordable, Violet Defense provides proven UV disinfection technology for the modern world. Choose a UV light sanitizer for work and check out the difference our products can make for the environment in your office today.

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