Implementing a vacuuming routine in your facility will keep the carpet clean and help extend its lifespan. Are you wondering if your facilities’ vacuuming protocols are adequate?
How often should Capet be vacuum in a public facility? It’s a good idea to vacuum daily or more often if needed. If you notice the carpet has become dirty after its daily vacuuming, don’t wait until the next day to vacuum again. Remember, you only have on chance to make a first impression when people enter your facility. And if you are cleaning a medical facility, more than your reputation is at stake. Ensure you use a vacuum with a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter.
Should you increase vacuuming frequencies in high-traffic areas? Again, vacuum as often as needed. Sometimes vacuuming may be required multiple times per day in areas with heavy food traffic. But if the area is occupied, watch out for that cord! It is a trip hazard. Having a small unit for touch ups is key for hight traffic areas when you do not have time to clean the entire floor.
What are some tips for vacuuming more efficiently/quickly ? Our trainers recommend a system in which you vacuum in a fishbone pattern. The system is patented and was created for backpack vacuum users. It’s called the WOW productivity system, which stands for wear right, operate right, and work right. The premise is that if you are wearing a correctly and comfortably adjusted machine, using the correct posture, and following a methodical plan for both detail and spot cleaning, you’ll finish your work with less fatigue, without sore shoulders and an aching back. This system can result in cleaner carpets, save time, and make vacuuming more efficient and easier on the operator.
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