Pub. 18 2019-2020 Issue 3

CS316248A 04/01/2020 cdc.gov/coronavirus Cleaning And Disinfecting Your Facility Everyday Steps, Steps When Someone is Sick, and Considerations for Employers How to clean and disinfect Wear disposable gloves to clean and disinfect. Clean • Clean surfaces using soap and water. Practice routine cleaning of frequently touched surfaces. High touch surfaces include: Tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, sinks, etc. Disinfect • Clean the area or item with soap and water or another detergent if it is dirty. Then, use a household disinfectant. • Recommend use of EPA-registered household disinfectant. Follow the instructions on the label to ensure safe and effective use of the product. Many products recommend: - Keeping surface wet for a period of time (see product label) - Precautions such as wearing gloves and making sure you have good ventilation during use of the product. • Diluted household bleach solutions may also be used if appropriate for the surface. Check to ensure the product is not past its expiration date. Unexpired household bleach will be effective against coronaviruses when properly diluted. Follow manufacturer’s instructions for application and proper ventilation. Never mix household bleach with ammonia or any other cleanser. Leave solution on the surface for at least 1 minute To make a bleach solution , mix: - 5 tablespoons (1/3rd cup) bleach per gallon of water OR - 4 teaspoons bleach per quart of water • Alcohol solutions with at least 70% alcohol. Soft surfaces For soft surfaces such as carpeted floor, rugs, and drapes • Clean the surface using soap and water or with cleaners appropriate for use on these surfaces.