Germs lurk in common places and wait patiently for someone to touch them. Once you get germs on your hands they stand a good chance of infecting you with a cold or something worse. There are many places that are frequently touched and can pass germs from person to person.
These can include:
- Handrails Elevator buttons
- Light switches
- Menus
- Water fountain handles
- Shopping cart handles
- Office coffee pots
You can protect yourself from germs by washing your hands often and using alcohol-based hand sanitizers.
Other practices to avoid germs are:
- Cleaning your workspace, desktop, computer, keyboard and phone with a disinfectant wipe.
- Avoid kissing as a greeting during the flu season.
- Sanitize the office coffee pot once a week with a water-vinegar solution.
Follow these helpful tips and you will minimize your chances of catching a bad bug.