COVID-19 cases and deaths are rising across the United States. We all must remain vigilant. The changes we have had to make to routines and daily life are extremely hard, but these changes are even more important now and in the future. We must stop the spread of this new and dangerous virus. The more… Read more »
Category: Covid-19
COVID-19 Contact Tracing and You
Contact tracing In Philadelphia: Contact tracing is a critical component of Philadelphia’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. If you are contacted by the Health Department, please answer or return these calls/texts. They are not spam. How it works 1) Health Department contacts a person who has tested positive. Contact tracing for COVID-19 begins when a… Read more »
EXACTLY WHAT ARE VIRUSES
Viruses are the smallest of all the microbes. They are said to be so small that 500 million rhinoviruses (which cause the common cold) could fit on to the head of a pin. They are unique because they are only alive and able to multiply inside the cells of other living things. The cell they… Read more »
Electrostatic Cleaning
Electrostatic spray surface cleaning is the process of spraying an electrostatically charged mist onto surfaces and objects. … After the spray is applied, the sanitizing agent works to disinfect the covered surfaces. For this reason, electrostatic spray is an excellent solution for germ and contaminant ridden areas. What Is Electrostatic Disinfection? Electrostatic spray surface cleaning is the process of spraying… Read more »
Three steps to stay safe during the COVID-19 pandemic
Follow these simple steps Wear your face mask The mask should cover your nose and mouth at all times to be effective. We recommend wearing a mask indoors in public spaces, and outdoors when social distancing isn’t an option. Face shields are a recommended alternative. Watch your distance If you can reach out and touch… Read more »
Personal Protective Equipment Best Practices
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is equipment worn to minimize exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses. ISSA-GBAC General Guidance for PPE is intended for workers or individuals who enter spaces to clean and disinfect, where an infected or potentially infected individual is or has been located with COVID-19. In situations where there is a… Read more »
Wearing a Face Mask: Tips on How to Properly Mask
Follow the steps below before putting on or taking off your mask. Donning (Putting on): To get started, complete hand hygiene. That means wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer before touching the mask. Check to make sure that there are no obvious tears or holes… Read more »
When & How to Use Hand Sanitizer
CDC recommends washing hands with soap and water whenever possible because handwashing reduces the amounts of all types of germs and chemicals on hands. But if soap and water are not available, using a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol can help you avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others. Alcohol-based hand… Read more »
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