View Vacuuming Protocols for the COVID-19 Era

May 27, 2020

Hospitals and nursing homes have a surprising amount of carpet. With concerns that vacuuming could aerosolize bacteria and viruses like COVID-19 that have settled onto the carpet, cleaning experts must examine vacuuming protocols.

Watch the newest Straight Talk video for vacuuming tips from an infection prevention standpoint. Learn about the use of HEPA filters and whether or not they are effective against SARS-CoV-2, the best type of vacuum to use, and the best time of day to vacuum.

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