In today’s workplaces, infection control is just as important as appearance. Viruses and bacteria travel quickly through shared surfaces, high-traffic areas, and poorly cleaned spaces. Studies show that influenza alone can account for around 3% of annual work hours lost due to absenteeism, with most infected employees staying home during their illness. 

As a commercial janitorial team, TLS Janitorial Service sees every day how a smart cleaning program protects employee health, reduces absenteeism, and supports a professional image. That’s why our office cleaning and commercial janitorial services are built around infection control, not just surface shine. 

Why Infection Control Has to Be Part of Office Cleaning

Modern offices share a lot: desks, door handles, elevators, keyboards, phones, breakrooms, and restrooms. Each of these touchpoints can become a hotspot for germs.

Public health guidelines emphasize that routine cleaning and disinfection of environmental surfaces are essential parts of infection prevention, especially on high-touch surfaces. 

As a janitorial partner, our role goes beyond basic cleaning. We focus on:

  • Reducing the number of germs on surfaces
  • Breaking common chains of transmission (restrooms, breakrooms, shared equipment)
  • Supporting your overall workplace wellness and safety strategy

When infection control is built into daily office cleaning, you don’t just get a cleaner space, you get a healthier, more resilient workplace.

How We Structure Effective Cleaning and Disinfection

Targeted infection control starts with a plan, not just a checklist. Our team designs custom routines based on: 

  • Traffic patterns – who uses which areas, and when
  • High-touch surfaces – handles, switches, railings, elevator buttons, shared desks
  • Facility type – office, healthcare-adjacent, industrial, or mixed-use spaces
  • Regulatory needs – any industry standards you must follow

From there, we clearly separate:

  • Cleaning – removing dirt and organic matter
  • Disinfection – using EPA-approved products with proper dwell time to kill germs

For businesses looking for consistent, health-focused support, our commercial office cleaning services are structured around these principles.

Daily Infection-Control Best Practices for Janitorial Teams

Here’s how we build infection control into a standard office janitorial program:

1. Prioritize High-Touch Surfaces

We give extra attention to:

  • Door handles and push plates
  • Light switches and elevator buttons
  • Shared keyboards, mice, phones, and conference room controls
  • Breakroom appliance handles and tabletops
  • Restroom fixtures and partition locks

These areas are cleaned and then disinfected with products approved for use on those surfaces, following label contact times. 

2. Restroom and Breakroom Hygiene

Restrooms and kitchens are central to infection control. Our team focuses on:

  • Thorough cleaning and disinfection of toilets, urinals, sinks, counters, and dispensers
  • Restocking hand soap and hand towels to support good hand hygiene
  • Sanitizing breakroom tables, counters, chairs, refrigerators, and microwaves

Healthy restrooms and breakrooms significantly reduce pathogen spread throughout the rest of the facility. 

3. Floor Care with Health in Mind

Floors don’t just affect appearance, they can hold dust, allergens, and microorganisms that become airborne. We:

  • Vacuum carpets using commercial equipment with proper filtration
  • Damp mop hard floors with appropriate cleaners and disinfectants for your surface type
  • Schedule periodic deep floor care as part of a broader infection-control strategy

4. Smart Trash Handling

Our team empties trash and recycling regularly, with extra focus on:

  • Restrooms and breakrooms
  • Food waste areas
  • Medical or special-waste zones in healthcare-adjacent spaces

We use liners, avoid overfilled receptacles, and clean the cans themselves as needed to limit odor, pests, and contamination.

Deep Cleaning & Periodic Infection Control

Daily cleaning keeps your office under control, but periodic deep cleaning helps reset the space. For infection control, we often recommend scheduled deep services such as: 

  • Carpet cleaning or extraction to remove deeply embedded soil and contaminants.
  • Machine scrubbing and refinishing of hard floors in lobbies, corridors, and production areas.
  • Detailed cleaning of vents, baseboards, and high ledges where dust can accumulate.
  • Targeted disinfection projects after illness spikes, seasonal outbreaks, or high-traffic events.

These services are built into customized plans so that office teams aren’t disrupted and your facility stays ahead of potential issues.

Partnering With Your Office on Infection Control

Effective infection control in offices isn’t something businesses should handle alone. Our team works as an extension of your safety and facilities efforts by: 

  • Providing trained janitorial crews who understand cleaning vs. disinfecting.
  • Using checklists and quality inspections to ensure consistency.
  • Coordinating schedules around your operations, shifts, and occupancy.
  • Offering cleaning plans that flex with seasons, staffing levels, and health concerns.

Building a Healthier Office Starts With the Right Janitorial Partner

Infection control in the office isn’t a trend; it’s now a basic expectation from employees, clients, and regulators. A structured janitorial program that focuses on office cleaning, disinfection, and ongoing deep cleaning helps reduce illness, support productivity, and protect brand reputation.Our team at TLS Janitorial Service designs cleaning plans that put health, safety, and consistency at the center of every visit, so your office stays clean, professional, and better protected against everyday germs. To get the details of our services, call us at (763) 757-0202 or write to us via contact form.