Inexpensive Ways to Improve Workplace Air Quality

Indoor air quality is one of those issues that can have a huge impact on employee satisfaction and productivity. Air quality affects breathing issues, allergies, and the spread of illnesses. Providing a comfortable workspace with pleasant, safe air circulation demonstrates that the organization cares about employee wellbeing. Improving air quality does not necessarily require huge investments of time or money. Try implementing several of these easy measures at your facilities.

Pinpoint Air Flow Blockages

This one is super easy, especially if you involve the employees. Make it a contest to find all the ductwork or air vents and check for any furniture, boxes, electronic equipment, or window coverings that might block airflow.

Maintain HVAC Air Filters

Responsibility for this varies at each facility, but its importance does not. It won’t help to improve airflow if dirty, clogged air filters are unable to remove dirt, dust, and other tiny particles to keep the air fresh and clean.

Vacuum, Mop, and Dust Regularly

Good cleaning routines and air filters work hand-in-hand to keep dust particles and allergens under control. Think about all the dusting, vacuuming, and other home cleaning people do for a few family members. Now take into account the number of employees, customers, and visitors at even a small commercial facility, and you can see how important a regular, efficient and quality cleaning service becomes. Workplace cleanliness directly relates to air quality.

Start a Live Plant Campaign

This is a fun improvement that can have a bigger effect than you might imagine. Plants eliminate toxins and add oxygen to the indoor environment. This provides another opportunity to involve employees. Encourage them to bring favorite plants from home. You could also give vouchers for a local plant vendor and let employees adopt plants for different workplace areas. Plants can boost air quality as well as worker morale.

If you’re ready to get rid of dust mites, dirt, and other allergens that interfere with air quality at your facilities, contact Ultimate Cleaning Solutions by calling 562-239-9173 or emailing us today. We specialize in carpet care, steam cleaning, and complete commercial cleaning services.