As seasoned experts in facilities management, we understand that in any busy commercial environment, certain surfaces are touched by many people throughout the day. These “touchpoints” are critical areas for germ transmission and require focused attention to maintain optimal hygiene and reduce the risk of illness. Our specialised touchpoint cleaning services go beyond general cleaning routines, providing a targeted approach to sanitising and disinfecting these high-contact surfaces, ensuring a healthier and safer environment for everyone.
Our dedicated cleaning teams are extensively trained in identifying and effectively cleaning common touchpoints within various commercial settings. This includes areas such as door handles, light switches, lift buttons, handrails, communal kitchen surfaces, and shared office equipment. We recognise that these surfaces act as key vectors for the spread of bacteria and viruses, and our services are meticulously designed to address these risks with precision and consistency.
Our specialised touchpoint cleaning services go beyond general cleaning routines, providing a targeted approach to sanitising and disinfecting these high-contact surfaces, ensuring a healthier and safer environment for everyone
We employ advanced cleaning solutions and equipment specifically chosen for their efficacy against a broad spectrum of pathogens. For instance, our use of hospital-grade disinfectants ensures a high level of germ elimination on frequently touched surfaces. We also use colour-coded microfibre cloths to prevent cross-contamination between different areas, a critical practice in maintaining hygiene integrity. This commitment to best practices and effective products ensures a thorough and reliable clean every time.
The Critical Importance of Targeted Touchpoint Cleaning
Targeted touchpoint cleaning is fundamental to public health and employee wellbeing. In any shared space, germs can spread rapidly through contact with contaminated surfaces. A single touchpoint can contribute to the transmission of illnesses such as colds, flu, and Norovirus across an entire workforce. Studies by the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine have shown that viruses can spread rapidly across office environments, with touchpoints playing a significant role. Focused disinfection of these areas is therefore paramount to breaking the chain of infection and significantly reducing absenteeism due to illness.
Beyond health implications, the visible cleanliness and proactive disinfection of touchpoints instils confidence among colleagues and visitors. In today’s climate, a clear commitment to hygiene provides reassurance and contributes to a more positive and secure perception of your business. It demonstrates care for those within your premises and reinforces your brand’s dedication to health and safety standards.
consistent touchpoint cleaning complements your existing daily and periodic cleaning regimes, creating a comprehensive hygiene strategy
Furthermore, consistent touchpoint cleaning complements your existing daily and periodic cleaning regimes, creating a comprehensive hygiene strategy. While daily cleaning maintains general tidiness and periodic cleaning addresses deep-seated grime, touchpoint cleaning provides the ongoing, targeted disinfection necessary for high-traffic, high-risk areas. This layered approach ensures continuous protection and contributes to maintaining compliance with health and safety guidelines.
What Makes Our Service Different
We train our cleaning colleagues specifically for the precision required in touchpoint cleaning, focusing on thoroughness, adherence to disinfection protocols, and understanding the science of germ transmission. Our teams are dependable, discreet, and professional, executing their tasks with minimal disruption to your operations. Our investment in our teams leads to a motivated workforce, reflected in our exceptional 99% customer retention rate. We consistently achieve over 95% in KPI audit scores, demonstrating our dedication to quality and customer satisfaction.
Our investment in our teams leads to a motivated workforce, reflected in our exceptional 99% customer retention rate. We consistently achieve over 95% in KPI audit scores, demonstrating our dedication to quality and customer satisfaction
We offer bespoke touchpoint cleaning solutions tailored to your facility’s layout, foot traffic, and specific touchpoint hot spots. This adaptable approach ensures we meet your precise requirements, whether it is continuous daytime cleaning for busy public venues or scheduled disinfection for offices and factories. We provide open communication and collaborative change, with competitive pricing.
TCFM’s Comprehensive Touchpoint Cleaning Approach
Our detailed site assessments allow us to develop a comprehensive touchpoint cleaning plan that integrates seamlessly with your business’s operations. We identify high-traffic areas and frequently touched surfaces to create a targeted schedule that maximises effectiveness and minimises disruption. This includes a range of services such as:
- Door Handles and Push Plates: Frequent cleaning of all entry/exit points and internal doors.
- Light Switches and Power Outlets: Disinfection of controls used by multiple individuals.
- Lift Buttons and Handrails: Critical points in multi-story buildings and public access areas.
- Communal Kitchen Surfaces: Taps, kettle handles, microwave buttons, refrigerator handles, and countertops.
- Shared Office Equipment: Photocopiers, printers, water cooler dispensers, and vending machines.
- Washroom Fixtures: Toilet flush handles, cubicle locks, soap dispensers, and paper towel dispensers.
- Handrails and Balustrades: Along staircases and in public thoroughfares.
- Telephones and Desk Phones: In shared office spaces or reception areas.
- Reception Desks and Countertops: Frequently contacted by visitors and staff.
Opting for TCFM means partnering with a firm focused on people. We are a privately owned UK business operating for over 60 years, growing to be a top facilities management provider. Our enduring success rests on trust. Our dedication to colleagues, such as being a Living Wage employer and providing flexible pay, fosters a committed, stable team proud of its work and delivering consistent quality.
