The resurgence of COVID-19 in many areas where cases had been declining means managers and their employees have more work to do to establish and perform preventive measures. Organizations need to embrace serious efforts to communicate the three Ws: wash hands, wear masks, and watch distance.  

The current guidance from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and other public health agencies calls for cleaning surfaces with soap and water followed by disinfecting with a solution that is at least 60 percent alcohol. A specific protocol that addresses products, frequency of use and duration of cleaner contact must cover touchpoints, such as door hardware, fixtures, counter surfaces and floors.

The EPA’s List N, Products with Emerging Viral Pathogens and Human Coronavirus Claims for Use Against SARS-CoV-2O, includes more than 400 products. List N is not an EPA endorsement. It does provide a means to compare a product. If the first two sets of numbers in the registration number are the same, the products are of equal effectiveness. The list also contains the chemical name, manufacturer’s name, how to find instructions for use and duration of contact recommended. One caveat, these products are for use on surfaces, not humans.

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