Once the power is turned off, start with the objects on your workstation before tackling the various computer accessories and the contents of the drawers. Office equipment and accessories that you use most often, such as pens, staplers, scissors, calculators and tape dispensers, should be thoroughly wiped down with alcohol-based antibacterial disinfectant wipes.
Switch to items on your workstation that you are less likely to touch, such as lamps, fans and flower pots. Be sure to wipe down all sides of each item and let them dry for five minutes before putting them back.
Any desk accessories too large to clean properly with a disinfectant wipe should be washed with mild dish detergent and warm water. Plastic desk organizers, pen holders and file holders can be cleaned in warm, soapy water and air dried.
Disinfection of the surface of your workstation
If you have removed everything from your workstation, wipe each surface with a dry cloth to remove any accumulated dust. Next, you can use disinfectant wipes to clean the entire surface, making sure to pay special attention to the parts you touch most often, like the edges and areas around the keyboard. For effective disinfection, allow surfaces to dry for approximately five minutes
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In addition to WeWork’s regular cleaning routines, we have increased disinfection protocols to keep office spaces safe and healthy for workers. Common area surfaces that are touched regularly by more than one person are disinfected more frequently and during business hours to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. So, even if you don’t work in a private office, or if you take advantage of the different spaces in your WeWork location , you can always be sure that your workspace has been disinfected recently.
Once the surface of your workstation is cleaned and disinfected, you can move on to cleaning your devices, computer peripherals and office accessories. Before continuing, make sure everything has been completely unplugged. Remember: humidity and electronics don’t mix.
How to clean your computer screen
Over time, dust, dirt, and oily smudges may have built up on your screen, especially if you have a habit of touching the screen when you want to show something. Cleaning a computer screen requires a little more care and attention than other objects on your workstation. Here are some tips for cleaning your screen to avoid damaging its delicate components.
As a general rule, do not apply cleaning products directly to the screen. Liquids can penetrate the thin outer layer of the screen, seep into the monitor and damage, fog and discolor the screen. Instead, wet a clean microfiber cloth with cold water, and wring it out thoroughly before wiping the screen in a long, back-and-forth motion. Avoid using paper towels or rougher cleaning cloths, as they may scratch or dull the screen.
Strong chemical-based cleaning agents like Windex are not suitable for monitors because they can remove the anti-glare coating from the screen. Always check the instructions for use of a cleaning product before you start using it. A damp microfiber cloth should remove most stains, but if your screen is particularly dirty, use a mixture of 50% white vinegar and 50% distilled water to remove heavy grease.
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