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CROSS CONTAMINATION PRECAUTION PMI COLOR‐CODING

SYSTEM OF MICROFIBER CLEANING CLOTHS & MOPS

“The Color-Coding System is designed to avoid spread bacteria or soils to and from one area to
another”.

Microfiber Material shall be laundered without using fabric softener or bleach. Only sanitize Micro
Fiber using hot water (180 degrees).

PMI’s Microfiber Cleaning Cloths and Mops are designed to attract dirt, bacteria and other
pathogen like a magnet.

Color-Code System Regulations

When several people are responsible for the cleaning it is very difficult to ensure everyone
knows which microfiber cloth/mop should be use for each area. Color coding is a great way
to ensure that everyone on the team knows which ones to use in each section and how
often this cloth/mop needs to be replace it.

For more detailed information see the chart below:

Colour Task

Windows, Glass, Surfaces, Plastic, Lexan, Lucite, Plexiglas, Computers Screens.

All purposes food processing, porcelain, shower walls, title, grout, locker rooms.

General Cleaning of Restrooms

Disinfecting and Sanitizing

Keep a cautious eye that the system in place is continually followed on a daily basis to avoid
cross contamination.

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