Cleaning And Sanitizing Your Home

Everyday Steps and Extra Steps When Someone Is Sick

How to clean and disinfect

Wear disposable gloves to clean and disinfect.

Clean

· Clean surfaces using soap and water- Practice routine cleaning of frequently touched surfaces.

High touch surfaces include

· Tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, sinks, etc.

Disinfect

· Clean the area or item with soap and water or another detergent if it is dirty. Then, use a household disinfectant.

· Recommend use of EPA-registered household disinfectant.

· Follow the instructions on the label to ensure the safe and effective use of the product.

Laundry

For clothing, towels, linens and other items

· Launder items according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Use the warmest appropriate water setting and dry items completely.

· Wear disposable gloves when handling dirty laundry from a person who is sick.

· Dirty laundry from a person who is sick can be washed with other people’s items.

· Do not shake dirty laundry.

· Clean and disinfect clothes hampers according to the guidance above for surfaces.

· Remove gloves and wash hands right away.

For more information visit: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus

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