Tuesday, on the Daily Grind, Brad Shyver, CEO & Chief Growth/Innovation Officer, Royal Services Inc., discussed how to upgrade multi-site disinfecting practices, as well as how to enhance safety during COVID-19.
Royal Services is a program management partner for construction, facilities, and tech solutions in the U.S. retail space.
Brad opened by stating, “So four to five weeks ago we were in the same boat as everyone else. Everyone was trying to determine what COVID-19 was, and how could we defeat it. We contacted several industry partners to identify what they’re best practices were, and several retail partners had disinfectant misting or fogging in their playbook. So, that drove me to learn more about misting.
After additional research we learned that misting was a gold-plated solution that retailers needed in their back pocket. We also learned more about the virus. On the molecular level it’s really on the weaker side, and we can defeat it. On the EPA website, there’s more than 350 disinfectants, if applied properly, are known to eradicate COVID-19. Why use misting? I researched SteraMist by Tomi, and found it a great option because:
1) It’s mechanically applied, so lack of coverage due to human error is greatly reduced and the coverage is applied evenly.
2) It can be applied over electronics, even while they are turned on, without harming them due to its quick evaporation time
3) It is a great disinfectant approved by the EPA, and it even deodorizes, so it’s a win-win!!”
Brad also added “I have also developed five different ways to modify work requests during COVID-19 to ensure safety for both the service provider and the retailer. They are:
1. Schedule disinfecting jobs during off-work hours to promote social distancing
2. Provide more detailed location information to promote efficiency on-site
3. Share supplies if you have them available
4. Secure digital approval. It’s faster and easier
5. Be flexible and communicate often.
