Low-Cost Secrets to a Sanitary Classroom

Low-Cost Secrets to a Sanitary Classroom

Teachers across the nation can benefit by learning our low-cost secrets to a sanitary classroom.  Parents across the nation are deciding whether to continue online schooling for their children amid the pandemic or to send them back to school campuses. Some parents have no choice due to work obligations except to send their kids back to physical school as much as possible.  And, research shows that some students suffer academic setbacks in the 100% virtual classroom environment.

When the students do return to class, teachers want to their classrooms to be fun, and, at the same time, they also want to make sure that their classroom are as sanitary and virus free as possible. It can be difficult to keep a room full of students clean and safe, but it is possible with the right planning by keeping away germs that so easily spread by following our low-cost secrets to a sanitary classroom.

All that is needed is water, salt, and we electricity and anyone can create endless volumes of sodium hypochlorite cleanser and disinfectant. A solution that contains 400 ppm (parts per million) or more of sodium hypochlorite (common household bleach equivalent) is recommended by the WHO for effective sanitizing and is one of our primary low-cost secrets to a sanitary classroom.  This disinfectant solution can be sprayed directly on hard surfaces or used as a soaking solution to create your own disinfectant wipes.

Bleach Disinfectants are Low-Cost Secrets to a Sanitary Classroom 

The Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization recommend using a bleach solution as one way to disinfect areas contaminated with the novel coronavirus. This cleaning solution will disinfect surfaces from more than just the novel coronavirus. Cleaning regularly can help prevent the flu, food born illness, and more which can in turn help decrease other infections which can lessen the burden on our healthcare systems.

1) Always have disinfectant wipes handy. A quick swipe with a disinfectant wipe can help keep germs at bay.

2) Practice routine cleaning of frequently touched surfaces. More frequent cleaning and disinfection may be required based on level of use. High touch surfaces include: Tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, sinks, etc. Give your doorknobs, light switches, railings, and other most touched surfaces a quick swipe at the beginning and end of each day.

3) Institute a frequent hand washing policy.  Germs and viruses can spread easily among students, You can disinfect your classroom to try to keep it clean, but if you want to really ensure that your classroom stays clean and healthy, make sure that students wash their hands frequently with soap and water using the approved 2 minute method. Have them wash their hands before lunch, and after they handle classroom toys, art supplies, or books.

Create a daily routine.  Set aside 5-10 minutes at the very end of the day to clean and sanitize and get the students involved whenever possible. Keep a rotating schedule for common areas and have students wipe off their own desks and chairs with disinfectant.

How do I disinfect hard surfaces in my home with a bleach solution?

Before disinfecting a surface, you should clean the area of any superficial dirt or grim.

Using the recipe recommended from the CDC and the WHO you will need:

Step one

Carefully measure the salt and water and add it to the Bleach Maker.  Turn it on and wait 8 minutes.

Step two

Wearing the gloves, apply the solution through the trigger sprayer to the hard surface, such as doorknobs or nonporous countertop.

Step three

To properly disinfect, the solution needs to be in contact with the surface for from 1 to 5 minutes.

Step four

Discard any remaining solution at the end of the day and make a fresh batch each day.

Do I need to take precautions when using bleach disinfectant?

Yes, bleach can be corrosive and cause harm to the skin, eyes, and lungs. Always use bleach in a well-ventilated area and to wear gloves when handling the product or solution. Bleach in the solution can be corrosive and can potentially damage skin and eyes.

• Never consume bleach or bleach products.
• Never mix bleach with any product containing ammonia or acids (such as toilet bowl cleaners, rust removers, etc.) as it’s dangerous.

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BQ Home and Office has several great dispensing devices.  Check out our Portable Sanitizing Sprayer and our Bleach Maker Disinfectant Sprayer.  Contact us at 502-228-8881 for more information.