Keeping Your Housekeepers and Guests Safe from Cleaning Products
As a property owner with Short Let Space, ensuring the safety of your housekeeping team and guests is essential. One key aspect of this is managing cleaning products safely, in line with COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health regulations in the UK.
COSHH helps prevent exposure to hazardous substances by setting out clear guidelines for their safe use, storage, and handling. Many common cleaning products – such as detergents, disinfectants, and solvents – can be harmful if not managed correctly.
To keep your housekeeping team and guests safe, you should:
- Identify which cleaning products contain hazardous substances.
- Assess the potential risks and how they could affect health.
- Implement safe handling and storage procedures.
- Ensure all products are correctly labeled and stored securely.
- Provide clear instructions and training on how to use cleaning products safely.
- Prepare emergency plans for spills, exposure, or accidents.
- Regularly review safety measures and update them as needed.
Housekeeping staff should be trained to recognise COSHH symbols on product packaging and understand their meaning. They should also be confident in using and storing cleaning products safely and know what actions to take in case of an accident.
By following these guidelines, you help create a safe working environment for your housekeeping team and ensure your guests’ well being during their stay.
If you have any questions or need further guidance, the Short Let Space team is here to help! Contact us directly on 01993 222 200 or send us a message!
