FOCUS ON BIOCLEANING

Biocleaning is a cleaning technique recommended for cleaning and purifying the environment. It is especially recommended in environments sensitive to viruses and microbes, to ensure environmental hygiene and the health of occupants.

In today’s environment, where the covid-19 virus still threatens public health, it is highly recommended to use this type of technique to effectively clean and disinfect surfaces and the environment.

What is biocleaning, and how does it work?

In the rest of this article, we’ll explain the principle of biocleaning in details.

What is biocleaning?

Biocleaning is a technique designed to sanitize and clean an environment using a process that effectively eliminates viruses and bacteria. It also serves to prevent contamination of surfaces by these micro-organisms, which are responsible for all kinds of diseases, including covid-19.

The aim of biocleaning is to make premises more enjoyable for all users.

This cleaning and disinfecting technique also offers the advantage of being health-friendly, as there is no release of harmful or allergenic products into the environment. It does not damage exposed surfaces, while eliminating as many micro-organisms as possible from the cleaned surface.

By using Impec cleaning and hygiene products designed in compliance with current health standards, you can guarantee optimal cleaning of your premises, as well as a healthy environment for all users and occupants.

Which environments are most suitable for biocleaning?

Regular biocleaning is recommended in:

• Food processing industries to prevent any risk of contamination between tools and food. This technique prevents cross-contamination between food and the machines or tools used to handle it, as well as the infection of other surfaces with these potential bacteria. Biocleaning protects production from contamination by bacteria, microbes and viruses.
• Hospital and medical environments, where the risk of viral and bacterial proliferation is particularly high. Biocleaning ensures a healthy microbial level and helps control the recurrence of disease.
• Establishments that regularly welcome the public, including restaurants, hotels, schools, etc. This technique ensures sanitary safety on the premises.

Please note that this list of recommendations is exhaustive, as biocleaning is recommended for both small and large structures, whether they only welcome employees, or employees and customers. At present, the covid-19 virus continues to be a threat to everyone’s health, which is why it is essential to ensure that all surfaces are disinfected.

In this context, this cleaning method can also be used in the home on an occasional basis or when a resident is ill.

What methods should be used for biocleaning?

There are 2 biocleaning methods:

• Separate biocleaning: each step is carried out separately: first, surfaces are washed with a detergent, then rinsed with clean water, and finally the previously washed and rinsed surfaces are disinfected. This method is particularly recommended in environments where the risk of contamination is particularly high.
• Combined biocleaning, which consists of cleaning the surface with a detergent and disinfectant, then rinse with clean water.

Why opt for biocleaning instead of cleaning?

Cleaning is a daily operation that removes dirt with a detergent, thus ensuring visual cleanliness. Biocleaning, on the other hand, is more effective at eliminating viruses and bacteria, making it a more recommended technique for guaranteeing not only visual cleanliness, but also in-depth cleanliness. It is particularly useful in environments where there is a high risk of contamination.

Best practices for successful biocleaning

To be effective, biocleaning must follow a few rules:

• Start by washing your hands with soap and water, or disinfecting with hydro-alcoholic gel. It is also essential to clean hands thoroughly after biocleaning.
• The 3 steps of washing, disinfecting and rinsing must be carefully followed, and never mixed.
• Respect the prescribed dosage
• Use products adapted to the surface. For a parquet floor, for example, make sure to clean with no-rinse cleaner.
• Always start with the parts least exposed to dirt and microorganisms and end with those that are most exposed.