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Industry Focus BlogWellBeing Partners with Dyson AirbladeWe are proud to announce a new hand dryer partnership with Dyson’s Airblade. Working in just 12 seconds, it's the fastest hand dryer – and it's hygienic, too, forcing air through a HEPA filter before blowing it onto hands. And because it uses up to 80% less energy than warm air hand dryers, it costs less to run. It can also help lower a business's carbon footprint - with no paper towels creating waste.Dyson has a worldwide reputation for establishing innovative equipment for use at home or in industry and commerce; most people would be familiar with television advertising of the Dyson vacuum cleaner. In recent times, Dyson has been working with product engineers to create brand new concepts and designs for long established household products, in addition to the release of their modern electric fan. WellBeing has signed an agreement to become the only official distributor that provides a full-service lease option. Current WellBeing clients are now offered a better alternative to cut paper costs as well as do away with warm hand dryers that are too slow and unhygienic. Warm air hand dryers are too slow. Some can take as long as 43 seconds to work. It's because of their motors. They can't create enough airflow to remove water from hands effectively. They're also unhygienic, sucking in dirty washroom air and blowing it back onto hands. And they still heat the air – which is expensive and not very green. Dyson has conducted many case studies which demonstrate both the health and cost benefits of the Airblade. WellBeing Hygiene's program will also benefit your budget during tough financial times! Through our full-service leasing program, your facility will no longer have to budget the outright purchase of a Dyson Airblade as a capital expense, therefore allowing you to realize a substantial Return on Investment starting on Day 1. Contact us to receive a complimentary savings analysis.
Posted: June 7th, 2011 | Permalink
Toilet Seat Sanitation in SchoolsChildren aren’t always the cleanest bunch, especially while using the restroom. Whether it's inattentiveness or just plain laziness, the toilet seats tend to get the worst of it. Although it may prove difficult to keep school toilets clean all the time, it is necessary. Because of these frequent “accidents”, toilet seat sanitation is even more important and it’s the schools responsibility to maintain a healthy restroom environment.Keeping the students healthy Good infection control starts with good hygiene. Organisms, especially viruses, can live on surfaces for hours and even days, so proper sanitation is vital for keeping students healthy. A school can reap many benefits from keeping their toilet seats clean, which include:
Cleanliness and maintenance of toilets should be checked daily to ensure its upkeep is being sustained. Schools may even want to include the students in the checking process so they can start to get an idea of what to look for themselves - make it a learning experience as well.
Even when you have a proper cleaning regimen in place, deposits from previous users can still appear on the toilet seats causing a potential health hazard. Because of this, schools should put toilet seat covers in every bathroom so students can use them if necessary. Toilet seat covers are made paper thin so they can be easily flushed, yet durable so they can effectively protect the user from the germs on the toilet seat. With toilet seat covers, you don’t have to think about the person that sat before you. It’s easy, safe, and will benefit not only the students, but also the school as a whole. These covers, by no means, undermine the necessity of regular cleaning, and schools should still maintain their typical cleaning schedule. These covers will simply be an additional measure to fighting germs and to keeping students safe.
Posted: March 23rd, 2011 | Permalink
What Schools Should do to Fight GermsAlthough schools are necessary for furthering kids’ knowledge and skill sets, it is also a hotbed for germs and other illness causing contaminants. Regardless of how clean a particular student is, there is no way that he/she could completely avoid the ever-apparent compilation of germs. In order to keep the students safe from colds, flus and other viruses, schools should constantly look at ways that they can help prevent the spread of these illnesses and maintain a healthy environment for everyone.Use Hands-free technology Because of the way children play, they are particularly susceptible to germs via contact. Since contact spread is responsible for 80% of all infectious diseases, it’s imperative that schools limit the amount of objects that require touch operation, especially for those germy fixtures in the bathroom. In this case, hands-free technology is the perfect solution. It allows teachers and students to operate germ infested fixtures such as:
Encouraging students to employ proper hygienic procedures in a fun and entertaining way can be extremely useful. Instead of boring them with a lecture or scaring them with facts, teachers and other school professionals should engage students in an open environment so they can learn via positive reinforcement. Include issues such as:
It is very important for schools to develop healthier meal plan option for students, because 70% of our immune function is in our gut. Schools should avoid sugar and processed foods as much as possible and offer students a diet rich in:
Posted: March 23rd, 2011 | Permalink
How to NOT Get Sick at Work this WinterThe winter time is the most common time to get sick. The cold and flu season reminds us all how important it is to practice good hygiene especially at work. Your work place is usually the first culprit when it comes to the source of a cold or the flu. The reason behind this typically deals primarily with coworkers who don’t wash their hands after they use the restroom. We have provided, in a previous blog, when and how you should wash your hands. Below are tips on when you should wash your hands while at work.While at work, be sure to wash your hands frequently to avoid getting sick. The times you should wash your hands at work include:
Posted: December 27th, 2010 | Permalink
Restroom Sanitation for SchoolsMany schools don’t take into account the need for added restroom sanitation services. Schools including k-12, colleges and universities alike should consider using the latest technological advancements in their restroom facilities. Taking advantage of these services such as automatic cleaners, automatic faucets and feminine hygiene disposal units are a great way to promote a clean, healthy restroom environment.Missed time at school from students is a concern from not only parents and students, but from school officials. Many times a student misses classes due to an illness such as the cold or flu. The spreading of germs is something everyone is concerned with especially those that are confined to a classroom for many hours with children vulnerable to illnesses. Many schools and universities are starting to realize that automated restroom solutions are the way to go in helping lower the risk of spreading germs. Colleges, universities, technical schools, and school systems of all sizes partner with WellBeing to provide:
Posted: December 27th, 2010 | Permalink
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