We're at a critical time. COVID-19 is still on the rise in many of our communities. California is continuing to take steps to limit the spread of the virus, including promoting the use of masks, closing some indoor activities, and strengthening the approach to social distancing. By following these guidelines, our collective actions will help slow the spread of illness and protect ourselves and each other. Dr. Steve Parodi is an Associate Executive Director at the Permanente Medical Group and an infectious disease specialist; wants all of us to know these facts about the virus:
Some people never develop symptoms or get such mild ones they don't know they're infected. They can still spread the coronavirus to others if they don't take precautions like social distancing and wearing a mask in public.
While some people are at higher risk for serious illness, all people are at risk for infection.
It's hard to know who'll be most affected. Most of the deaths have been among the elderly, but young and healthy people have also become infected with the virus and have developed serious illness or complications. Preventing this disease is important for each and every one of us.
We also know:
The virus spreads through close contact, especially when people are within 6 feet of each other for more than 15 minutes.
When everyone wears masks in public, we greatly reduce the risk of spread.
Washing hands, not touching your face, and staying at least 6 feet from those not in your household also reduces the potential spread.
How SWA is responding:
SWA has been servicing the public sector during this unprecedented time while following CDC guidelines, enforcing new and improved disinfecting tactics, chemicals and equipment. Prevention is the first line of defense against COVID-19 by following the guidelines: use of mask, wash your hands, avoid touching your eyes, avoid close contact with others, stay home when sick. Clean and Disinfect high touch surfaces such as door handles, light switches, handrails, elevator buttons, restroom stalls and dispensers, tables, counter tops.
SWA has access to different types of disinfectants that claim to kill the virus in about 60 seconds like Oxivir TM as well as hand sanitizers.
SWA has access to equipment devices that brings efficiency such as the below Protexus cordless electrostatic sprayers units:
· Handheld unit cover from 4,800 - 6,000 square ft. per hour
· Backpack can cover from 12,800 - 16,000 square ft. per hour
The devices use Purtabs and within 60 seconds they sanitize and disinfect
SWA Service Group, Inc. is considered an essential business and will remain open to support your business needs. We want to assure you, we are taking all necessary precautions to ensure the safety of our customers and employees.
Wishing you and your team all the best!
For information on how SWA can help ensure your facilities are clean and safe, contact 408-938-8678