Worried about the impact Swine Flu could have on your business?
Like colds, seasonal flu and stomach upsets, any place where people come into close contact with others can become a breeding ground for Swine Flu. But unlike mild viruses, Swine Flu could have a huge impact on your business in terms of staff absenteeism and lost productivity.
Alcohol gels are only effective when used on 'clean hands'. So in situations where it's impractical to wash frequently there's always the risk that germs may spread.
Effective on soiled hands – and kills germs on hard surfaces like keyboards
Fix8 supply the Clinell range of products to help you prevent the impact of Swine Flu.
Clinell is a range of powerful antimicrobial wipes which are proven to be totally effective against Swine Flu and 99.999% of other germs like MRSA, Salmonella, Listeria and Seasonal Influenza.
Clinell wipes can be used on 'dirty' or spoiled hands. Because they're a disinfectant and detergent in one, they can also be used to kill germs on keyboards, door handles, kettles and all other hard surfaces that staff come into contact with on a daily basis.
Trusted by NHS hospitals in their fight against superbugs.
With a patented formula that contains 6 unique biocides, Clinell wipes kill the H1N1 Swine Flu Virus within 30 seconds and continue to work for over 24 hours.
In fact they've been proven to be so effective that Clinell is now the leading brand in infection control - the preferred choice of the NHS hospitals in their fight against superbugs.
Available in a range of handy sachets, tubs, packs, gels and sprays.
There's a Clinell pack to suit every situation: single sachets ideal for pockets, bags or briefcases - plus a range of packs and tubs with optional wall dispensers for communal areas like kitchens and meeting rooms. Clinell is also available in a handy spray and gel.
Employers and employees should always practice good personal hygiene measures – use a disposable tissue to control coughs/sneezes, dispose of it appropriately and wash your hands before eating, drinking etc. In addition at the current time you should:
Advise your staff to stay at home if they are sick with flu-like symptoms and have good reason to believe, based on HPA guidance, that they may have been exposed to the swine flu virus. Send home any employees who are displaying flu-like signs/symptoms in the situation described above
For further information about swine flu please visit the Health Protection Agency (HPA) website.
Use of face masks
The number of people in public places who are displaying symptoms is likely to be limited. Therefore it should not be necessary for workers to wear facemasks routinely when in contact with the general public.
For certain occupations and activities where there is an increased likelihood of exposure (e.g. health and social care workers), HSE’s guidance is that fluid-repellent surgical face masks offer a barrier to minimise contact with the mouth and nose but do not offer protection against aerosols.
For protection against aerosols a FFP3 mask should be used. A filtering face piece (FFP3) device is a mask which is certified to the PPE Directive. It provides a high level of filtering capability and face fit.
Fix8’s Range of Face Masks
Fix8 have a wide range of face masks which include options for FFP3 masks and masks superior to FFP3’s. If you would like any further advice on our range of face masks please call our sales team on 01707 375 172.
Fix8’s Safety Signs
Fix8 have a new range of signs which has been developed in line with NHS advice and guidance to help organisations prepare for the spread of Swine Flu, or indeed any future flu pandemic. One of the key messages is that of ‘respiratory etiquette’ and increased hygiene measures. This range of signs will help enforce this policy throughout your organisation.
