Considering we spend so much time at our desks, it’s one of the places that we clean the least.
A messy desk can not only hinder productivity, it can also be a breeding ground for nasty germs. We eat our lunch at our desks, sneeze at our desks, put our bags on our desk, and everything else. Our desks harbour millions of types of germs, and combined with food crumbs and tech equipment which generate a lot of warmth, this is the perfect environment for bacteria to thrive.
Avoid any germs and illnesses and keep your desk clean and organized with these simple cleaning tips. And if you don’t have time to clean your desk yourself, simply call your local cleaning company to do the job for you!
Clean your devices
How often do you clean your laptop/computer, mouse, and keyboard? Warm devices are the perfect environment for bacteria to grow, so make sure to disinfect your electronics once a week to prevent the growth and spread of germs. Don’t spray directly onto the device – spray onto a cloth and wipe down gently.
Organize your desk
A disorganized desk will only just distract you from your work at hand, so keep it nice and organized with desk organizers and a weekly tidy. Keep your most important items handy, or in the top drawer, and the rest neatly arranged so that you know where everything is.
Eat lunch elsewhere
Studies show office desks can be just as germ-ridden as toilet seats, and this is largely caused by food crumbs on your desk. When people eat lunch at their desks, crumbs and residue are left all over the working area which is the perfect environment for germs to thrive. Instead, take a proper break and eat lunch outside or in the kitchen area, to give your legs a stretch but also save you from exposure to nasty germs.
Use cable ties
One of the biggest annoyances on office desks is messy cables. Use cable ties to keep them organized and prevent any unnecessary clutter in your workspace.
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