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Proper hand hygiene aids in the reduction of potentially harmful bacteria from the hands.Promote effective hand hygiene with cutting-edge solutions for healthcare and business environments. Learn how to reduce cross-contamination today.

We spend every second of our waking hours performing our daily needs with our hands. Unsurprisingly, our hands are natural breeding grounds for germs that spread infectious diseases, such as the common cold and influenza. 

Promoting regular hand washing, drying and sanitising within your business is vital in reducing the level of cross-contamination that occurs within your workplace and helps to reduce absenteeism.

Expert Hand Hygiene Solutions for Professional Environments

Transform your facility's infection prevention strategy with our comprehensive hand hygiene solutions. As industry leaders in hygiene technology, we understand that effective hand washing is the frontline defense against cross-contamination and disease transmission in professional environments.

Common Hand-Transmitted Pathogens in Business Environments

These pathogens emphasize the importance of maintaining strict hand hygiene protocols in business environments to prevent cross-contamination and protect both employees and customers.

VIRUSES

  1. Norovirus
  • Highly contagious gastrointestinal virus
  • Causes severe vomiting and diarrhea
  • Survives on surfaces for days to weeks
  • Common in food service and office settings
  1. Rhinovirus
  • A primary cause of common cold
  • Extremely transmissible through hand contact
  • Can survive on surfaces for several hours
  • Prevalent in shared office spaces
  1. Influenza Virus
  • Causes seasonal flu
  • Spreads through droplets and surface contact
  • Survives on hands for 15-20 minutes
  • High risk in enclosed business environments

BACTERIA

  1. Staphylococcus aureus
  • Including MRSA strains
  • Causes skin infections and food poisoning
  • Highly resilient on surfaces
  • Common in healthcare and gym facilities
  1. E. coli
  • Causes severe gastrointestinal illness
  • Found especially in food service environments
  • Can survive on hands for hours
  • High risk in restaurant settings
  1. Streptococcus
  • Causes throat infections and skin conditions
  • Easily transmitted through direct contact
  • Prevalent in healthcare and childcare settings

FUNGI

  1. Candida albicans
  • Common yeast infection cause
  • Thrives in warm, moist environments
  • Can survive on surfaces for extended periods
  • Risk in spa and healthcare settings
  1. Dermatophytes
  • Causes athlete's foot and ringworm
  • Spreads through shared surfaces
  • Common in gym and sports facilities
  • Can survive on surfaces for months

Complete Hand Hygiene Management Solution

Our innovative hand wash solutions deliver:

  • Advanced touchless soap dispensing systems
  • Award-winning formula of complete washroom signature range
  • Professional-grade natural formulation hand washing gel and foam refilling
  • Expert hand-drying solution
  • Non-irritating hand sanitiser dispensing systems
  • Integrated waste management solution

Wall mounted unit provides easy access and promotes good hand washing practice within your business.

Stop the spread of germs with our range of high quality hand dryers.

Provides total protection for your hands with our hand sanitiser which kills 99.9% germs and promotes better hygiene for all.

Wall-mounted unit provides easy access and promotes fast hand dry method and reduce cross contamination.

 

Why Choose Our Hand Hygiene Systems?

  • Proven to prevent infection
  • Cost-effective hygiene solution
  • Award-winning design, available in a wide range of materials and colours for your property
  • Easy to implement and maintain
  • Natural formulas and non-irritating
  • Professional support and training
  • Customised to suit your facility's needs

From healthcare facilities to food service establishments, our hand washing solutions are designed to protect your staff, customers, and reputation. Partner with us to create a culture of hand hygiene excellence that helps prevent the spread of infections while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness.

Transform your facility's approach to infection prevention with our innovative hand hygiene solutions. Contact us today to discover how we can enhance your hygiene protocols and protect what matters most—your business reputation.

 

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All Initial technicians are highly qualified and trained. Our local teams in Kowloon, the New Territories, and Hong Kong Island offer a wide range of global innovations and integrated hygiene solutions to suit your business need.

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FAQ

What are the 5 moments of hand hygiene?

Before contacting a patient/client

Why?

  • Protect patients from harmful germs on their hands
  • To prevent the spread of pathogens in the healthcare environment

Before cleaning/sterile procedures

Why?

  • To prevent harmful organisms from entering the patient's body
  • To protect patients during invasive procedures
  • After risk of exposure to body fluids

When Immediately after exposure to body fluids

Why?

  • Protect you from harmful patient bacteria
  • Prevent the spread of pathogens in the healthcare environment
  • After Patient/Client Exposure

AFTER Patient/Client Contact

Why?

  • Protects you from infections caused by pathogens
  • Prevents spread to the healthcare environment
  • After contact with patient/patient's environment

AFTER Contact with Patient/Client Surroundings

Why?

Prevents the spread of pathogens from one environment to another
Protect the healthcare environment

 

What are the solutions for hand hygiene?

Implementing effective hand hygiene solutions is key to minimizing the spread of germs in any professional environment.

One of the fundamental practices is thorough hand washing, using either liquid soap or foam formulations that are antimicrobial to remove contaminants effectively. Hand washing should be conducted for at least 20 seconds to ensure that all pathogens are adequately flushed away.

Following washing, proper hand drying is equally crucial, as the use of advanced hand dryers or disposable paper towels helps to prevent any remaining bacteria from proliferating.

Additionally, incorporating hand sanitization stations throughout your facility provides an extra layer of protection by allowing employees and visitors to quickly disinfect their hands without the need for water, reducing the potential for germ transmission.

Together, these comprehensive hand hygiene practices not only contribute to a healthier workplace but also promote a culture of cleanliness and responsibility.

How can I promote hand hygiene in my facility?

Promoting hand hygiene in your facility can be achieved through a multifaceted approach that incorporates both physical infrastructure and educational initiatives.

Begin by installing state-of-the-art hand hygiene infrastructure, such as touchless hand soap dispensers, strategically located hand sanitizing stations, and effective hand-drying solutions. These installations can significantly reduce the risk of cross-contamination by minimizing touchpoints where germs are likely to spread.

Additionally, providing comprehensive educational materials is crucial. These can be informative posters, digital reminders, and training sessions emphasizing proper handwashing techniques' importance.

Furthermore, establishing clear hand hygiene protocols or SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) in your professional environment is essential.

By creating specific guidelines for handwashing frequency and methods tailored to the needs of your facility, you can ensure consistency and accountability among employees. Regular reminders and audits can help maintain these standards, fostering a culture of health and safety that protects both staff and customers.

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