Filthiest Spots in Your Office!
April 2, 2024 5:12AM EDT
Here are the nine germiest locations in your office, as advised by experts- and the number one is…..(drum roll):
- Door handles: These tend to harbor the most germs due to frequent contact. Consider using hand sanitizer upon arriving at your desk and before entering your car.
- Keyboard: On average, there are over 3,000 microscopic organisms per square inch on keyboards.
- Desk: Accumulated with your own germs and those picked up from surfaces, it’s wise to periodically disinfect your desk since cleaning crews may not always attend to it.
- Shared microwave and fridge: Both are high-touch areas, so wash your hands before handling food.
- Water cooler: While the touch points harbor germs, the water tanks themselves may not be regularly cleaned.
- Bathroom: Despite assumptions, bathrooms may not be cleaned as thoroughly as expected, hence avoiding phone use is advisable.
- Elevator buttons: Given their high traffic, consider using your knuckle or investing in a keychain tool for touchless operation.
- Vending machines: These harbor even more germs than elevator buttons due to their intricate surfaces.
- Phone: Eventually, germs from the aforementioned spots accumulate on your phone as well. Regular cleaning is recommended.