The world is grappling with an issue of enormous scale and human impact, and our hearts go out to all who have been affected by the outbreak of Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) caused by SARS-CoV-2 virus. As leaders in the cleaning & sanitation industry we believe it’s our responsibility to help share best practices in preventative measures
COVID-19 Symptoms May Develop Within 14 Days of Exposure and May Include
Cough
Fever
Shortness of Breath
Call your doctor or urgent care facility, or emergency room before getting there, if you develop above symptoms or you have come in contact with someone affected by COVID-19.
How to Protect Yourself, Your Family & Your Customers
Wash Your Hands Often
Wash your hands often with soap, at least for 20 seconds. If water and soap is not available use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Promote the importance of handwashing to your family and your employees.
Avoid Touching eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands
Virus may spread through touching a contaminated surface and then touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
Clean and disinfect surfaces and objects that people frequently touch.
Recommendations on some North Woods cleaners and disinfectants you can use are listed below.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick, coughing or sneezing
Social distancing measures are encouraged if your community has COVID-19 cases. This is especially important for those with underlying health conditions and older population.Consult your healthcare provider if you feel you are at high risk.
Cough or sneeze into a tissue or flexed elbow, then throw the tissue in the trash
If you feel you are sick, follow CDC (Centers for Disease Control & Prevention) recommendations or recommendations provided by your healthcare provider to keep others safe.
Stay home if you are sick
If you feel you are sick, follow CDC (Centers for Disease Control & Prevention) recommendations or recommendations provided by your healthcare provider to keep others safe.
Preventing Spread of Misinformation & Fear
Do not trust everything you see. Here are some reputable source for information regarding COVID-19.
CDC (Centers for Disease Control & Prevention) COVID-19 Information
Important Notice for Our Customers on Disinfecting & Cleaning Measures
We appreciate your patience with the backlogs and back-orders caused by the unprecedented demand for hand sanitizers, sanitizing wipes and disinfectant cleaners. We are doing everything in our power to fulfill all of your requests during this time. Thank you for your continued patience.
Products That Can Be Used to Successfully Clean & Disinfect Against COVID-19
While we cannot talk about others products, following products can be used to successfully clean and disinfect to help prevent COVID-19 spread.
Following products can be used to clean & disinfect non porous surfaces successfully. Note: Stock levels of these products are highly volatile due to unprecedented demand and supply chain issues caused by COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, we cannot guarantee availability. You will be notified of any back-orders and unavailability by our customer care personnel.
The following products fall under the emerging pathogen policy from the EPA, which means that if a disinfectant has a kill claim against a similar virus, it is suitable for disinfection against the emerging pathogen which in the case of COVID-19 is SARS-CoV-2 virus.
All North Woods® Hand Soaps are effective in combatting viruses and bacteria, even industrial versions, when used properly.
Hand hygiene is key in preventing COVID-19 as well as the spread of other infectious outbreaks. Use soap and water to wash your hands for at least 20 seconds. Encourage your employees and customers to do so often to help curtail virus spread.
Other North Woods® Hand Hygiene Products that Can be Used In Preventing The Spread Of Germs and Bacteria
Following products can be used to sanitize hands and surfaces, including our North Woods® D-Germ Hand Sanitizer.
