Decontaminating work apparel is probably the best way to reduce sick-related leave costs in times of epidemics or pandemics. That is why UV-C decontamination machines exist. mInvesting in these machines is especially important for high-risk professionionals, such as medicine and other professions that include intensive human contact. While many work apparels can be washed in industrial wash machines, it takes much longer to wash, dry and iron. That is an option when mentioned apparel is dirty and needs to be machine washed. As we mentioned in previous articles, temperatures ranging from 70oC – 75oC are enough to inactivate viruses that pose the biggest threat for mass infection. On top of the longer washing time, the process of washing many times can damage clothes or colour in them. Opposite to washing machines, UV-C and high heat machines can be used at any time if someone was in a suspicious contact with a client or surfaces that might be contaminated. They can be installed right at the workplace and can get the job done in a short time. They can be used in shops that sell clothes to decontaminate after customers try them on, in order to rule out infecting employees and new customers. They can also be used at schools and universities for disinfecting students’ coats. Hospitality industry can greatly benefit from these machines,and so can pretty much any industry that exists. Keeping your employees healthy will keep your business healthy and reduce sick leaves, as well as the cost that comes with them.

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