How to keep your office desk clean?

A messy and disorganized desk is a breeding ground for harmful bacteria and viruses. These unwanted guests may result in you suffering from coughs and colds or other ailments. Would you like to work in an unhealthy workplace? I am sure the answer to the question would be a resounding NO. Here are some ways to do it:

  • Clean your desk: This doesn’t mean clearing the clutter! Clean your desk with a wet cloth or disinfectant every two days to minimize the horde of bacteria on your desk. This includes your desk floor, keyboard, telephone, telephone mouth piece and files which are common places where bacteria lives.
  • Don’t eat at your desk: If you are one of those who like to much on something as you work, you may also be inviting pests and germs at your desk. When you eat at your desk you can spill or drop something while eating which later becomes a breeding ground for bacteria. To avoid this, don’t eat at your desk or make it a point to clean your desk every time you eat. Also, when you eat don’t use the same hands to pick up the phone or keyboard, as this might cause the transfer of bacteria to you via your own hands! Keeping tissues handy in drawers can help you clean the desk whenever needed.

To know more see A Clean Desk = A Healthier You


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