Use the right hygienic equipment to reduce the risk of contamination

At Teknomek, we think we can all agree that every step should be taken to avoid the spread of bacteria and contaminants. After all, cross contamination not only damages the integrity of the end product but can also impact safety and the reputation of the company involved. To minimise the risk of contamination and prepare for future audits, it’s critical that staff hygiene procedures are optimised to the best of the company’s ability. Using the correct equipment as part of stringent staff hygiene procedures can not only show compliance with health regulations but also ensure a high level of cleanliness across the workforce before they enter sensitive areas. We discuss how the right equipment during the changing room process can help maintain hygiene standards and keep you audit-ready every day.

Why staff hygiene processes are important

Whether staff are in production and handling areas or office spaces, cross contamination can easily occur as staff move between “clean” and “dirty” environments. Even the smallest contamination can have serious consequences leading to illness, recalls, fines and even potentially site shutdowns. Because of this, it’s important that all staff follow the same hygienic processes and standards.

Safe-guarding hygienic zones

In the efforts to reduce contamination, it’s important to safeguard high hygiene areas by placing sanitising equipment at entry and exit points. Hygiene processes should have clear signage so as not to be missed and barriers can also be used to ensure staff follow the correct sequence in hygienic procedures. Depending on your hygienic requirements, turnstiles may also offer an adequate solution with the additional choice of a built-in soap or sanitiser dispenser to use as staff pass through.

Providing an all-in-one sanitising solution

We recommend the use of hygiene stations in areas with stringent hygienic requirements. These offer an all-in-one solution with hand and boot washing supplied in one neat package. This useful equipment offers a quick and efficient way to ensure all staff are sanitised to the same standard with the ability to tailor washing times and the amount of cleaning solution used as staff pass through the automated process. Encouraging frequent hand hygiene, these stations help staff maintain compliance with sanitation protocols and contribute to a safer, more hygienic work environment.

Building efficient staff hygiene procedures

Staff hygiene procedures are not just important; they are essential for the safe operation of environments that require sterility, cleanliness, and safety. These procedures should be clearly signposted using nudge theory to subtly guide staff through the expected (and enforced) process. To create maximum efficiency, equipment with automated aspects should be used to remove room for human error and provide consistency across the workforce. This highlights the importance of choosing the right equipment and how these decisions can have big implications for hygienic standards as well as future audits.