School districts across the country are facing tough decisions regarding the upcoming school year. As the COVID-19 virus continues to spread, states and local municipalities will be assessing their individual circumstances in efforts to make the best decisions for students, parents, and administrators. Some schools will open on schedule while others may choose to delay opening until circumstances have improved. In either case, a high priority will be placed on making sure that all schools are maintained at high levels of cleanliness and disinfection.

As schools begin to reopen touch point disinfection will be more critical than at any point in our living history. Many schools will be utilizing electrostatic disinfection to ensure that all high touch points are thoroughly disinfected on a daily basis.

Electrostatic Disinfection - What is it?

Electrostatic disinfection is a process that allows you to more efficiently apply your disinfecting solution to any high touch point surface. Within a school, such surfaces would include the following:

• Doorknobs, handles, push plates
• Desktops
• Water fountains
• Restroom fixtures (toilet seats, flush handles, soap dispensers, faucet handles, countertops)
• Vending machine operating controls
• Cafeteria equipment and utensils
• And more.....

Electrostatic disinfection works by generating a positive electric charge to the liquid disinfectant and a negative charge to the surface being treated, creating an electrostatic bond between the disinfectant and the surface area.

Electronic spray disinfection systems are available in several configurations, including handheld sprayers, backpack sprayers, and cart systems. Some are powered by battery, others via ac power. Each configuration brings its own advantages depending on your specific requirements.

The Advantages of Electrostatic Disinfection

The use of electrostatic disinfection has several advantages when compared to traditional disinfection methods. This is especially true for large and diverse facilities such as schools. Advantages would include....

Speed and Efficiency

Electrostatic spray disinfection allows more surface area to be treated in a shorter amount of time. This is especially true when in the hands of a professional disinfecting service provider. When following a daily disinfection routine this additional speed and efficiency can have a big impact.

Superior Bond and Penetration

The electrostatic charge created between the liquid disinfectant and the surface being cleaned provides a superior bond that results in a more complete disinfection. This method of dispensing also provides a more consistent coating of disinfectant that can penetrate areas that may not be accessible via hand wipes. In the battle against COVID-19, electrostatic spray disinfection can help ensure that all potentially contaminated surfaces are thoroughly sanitized.

During this COVID pandemic it is crucial that we take every possible measure to ensure that our educational institutions are clean and healthy. Our communities depend upon it. Daily electrostatic disinfection, done the right way, can be a very important tool within our COVID toolbox.