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Understanding Coronavirus
In 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) addressed an outbreak of a respiratory illness caused by a novel coronavirus initially identified in China and later spread globally. While the virus itself is referred to as coronavirus, the illness resulting from infection is known as COVID-19.
COVID-19 was declared a pandemic, indicating a widespread global disease outbreak.
Expert-Level Cleaning Services
Ameritech Restoration professionals are uniquely equipped to clean and disinfect your residence or commercial space following CDC guidelines. With extensive experience handling biological contaminants. Our team is trained to conduct proactive cleanups that encompass facility or structure cleaning and disinfection. Cleanup activities involve cleaning and disinfecting porous and non-porous surfaces, sanitizing equipment, tools, and supplies used during cleanup, and proper waste disposal.
The CDC recommends cleaning high-touch surfaces such as counters, doorknobs, light switches, bathroom fixtures, phones, keyboards, and other frequently used areas. Additional spaces highlighted by the CDC for commercial settings include:
- Kitchen and food preparation areas
- Bathrooms
- Schools and classrooms
- Offices
- Retail spaces
- Water fountains
- Shelving and racks
- Sales counters
- Carpets and rugs
- Stair handrails
- Elevator cars
- Playground and fitness equipment
- Kely Boards
- Light Switches
- Tables and Chairs both dinning and conference areas
Specialized Cleaning Products
The CDC advises using hospital-grade disinfectants labeled for use against similar pathogens to the coronavirus. Several products in Ameritech Restoration's product line hold EPA-approved claims against emerging pathogens.
Reduce Your Risk
Tips and Best Practices for Minimizing Risk. To mitigate exposure and reduce risk during the pandemic, cities and states implemented drastic measures such as closing bars, restaurants, and public venues. Some areas issued "shelter-in-place" orders to encourage residents to stay home and limit movement. Follow these tips to protect yourself:
- Practice good hygiene by frequently washing hands with soap and water or using hand sanitizer.
- Avoid touching your face and cover coughs and sneezes.
- Regularly disinfect "high-touch" surfaces like doorknobs, light switches, tables, and handrails.
- Improve ventilation by opening windows or adjusting air conditioning settings.
In the Workplace
- Refrain from shaking hands; opt for non-contact greetings.
- Utilize video conferencing for meetings whenever possible.
- When in-person meetings are necessary, choose well-ventilated spaces and disinfect surfaces regularly.
Stay Home If...
- You feel unwell.
- A family member at home is sick.