Any business that requires the use of vehicles to deliver goods and services will need to ensure their staff and customers are protected. As businesses establish valuable social distancing and increased hygiene measures to prevent further COVID-19 outbreaks, it's important to understand that the virus can remain stable on different surfaces – from a few hours, up to three days.
For example, vehicles touched by drivers, passengers and employees loading and unloading goods can be contaminated by touch or by air-to-surface transmissions, such as coughing or sneezing.
Professional cleaning of internal and external vehicle touchpoints to prevent cross-contamination of viruses, with a focus on key surfaces such as door handles, steering wheels, in-car display screens, seat belts, gear sticks and car flooring.
Vehicle fogging is the quickest way to disinfect larger areas which require rapid turnaround with minimum disruption to operations. Suitable for a large range of vehicle surfaces including upholstered fittings and areas which may prove difficult to reach with conventional cleaning methods.
The spraying of internal cabs using a high-level disinfectant eliminates 99.9999% of a broad range of pathogens. All technicians are trained, fully equipped and follow carefully assessed safety measures.
Our vehicle disinfection services are suitable for many essential modes of transport, from taxi fleet cars, coach buses, and ride-sharing to local authority vehicles. Our specially trained technicians ensure minimal disruption to your business and ensure your vehicles are returned road-ready within an hour of the completed vehicle decontamination.
Ambulances and other emergency vehicles may require specialist cleaning and disinfection if a vehicle is believed to have transported passengers with suspected/ confirmed cases of COVID-19.
The global pandemic has seen a surge in residential deliveries, increasing the risk of surface transmission when goods enter and leave vehicles, especially in high-volume situations such as distribution centres and dispatch areas.
Buses, taxis and trains can carry large numbers of passengers in confined spaces, increasing the risk of transmission with high-touch surfaces such as handrails and fabric seats.
Vehicle disinfection plays a critical role in the commercial sector, primarily for the health and safety of passengers, drivers, and employees. Commercial vehicles can harbour bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens, making proper disinfection essential. By implementing regular and effective disinfection practices, businesses create a safer environment, minimizing the risk of infectious disease transmission. This instils confidence in customers, demonstrating a commitment to their well-being and enhancing satisfaction and trust. Compliance with regulatory requirements ensures businesses meet health and safety standards and avoids penalties.
Additionally, proper disinfection protects employees, prevents cross-contamination, mitigates outbreaks, and maintains operational continuity. By prioritizing vehicle disinfection, businesses uphold their brand reputation, provide a healthier environment, and safeguard the health and well-being of all stakeholders involved.
By implementing these best practices, you can maintain a high standard of sanitization and disinfection for your commercial vehicles, ensuring the safety and well-being of both passengers and staff.
Effectively sanitizing and disinfecting commercial vehicles requires a systematic approach. Here are the steps to follow: