High Level cleaning is the cleaning of any surface over 6ft. To carry out safely it involves specialist access or cleaning equipment. Typically, high level cleaning is needed in work settings with large buildings such as warehouses, factories and fulfilment centres, or buildings with high ceilings or atriums. In this context, it is easy for dust and dirt to build up in hard-to-reach areas. However, cleaning high surfaces will ensure a building is properly maintained, as well as looking more professional. This is a vital type of cleaning which is easy for organisations to overlook.
High Level Cleaning Explained
Most organisations will have regular cleaning of standard areas such as offices, kitchens and hallways. This type of cleaning can be carried out with typical equipment such as mops, cloths and sprays. When cleaning hard-to-reach areas such as piping, ducting and structural beams, different equipment is needed. There are two main methods when carrying out high level cleaning:
The first is using scaffolding or a cherry picker to move individuals up to the location to clean by hand. These are labour-intensive to set up, requiring either vehicle parking or structures to be built. They can also can often be disruptive to employees and the customer. But they allow cleaners to reach and clean surfaces by hand, which can be useful for sensitive areas or unique types of dirt and grime.
The second is using long-reach equipment such as GCC’s specialist high-reach vacuum cleaner from the safety of the ground. These systems allow operatives to quickly and easily work from the ground while still ensuring effective cleaning ability.
The Importance of High Level Cleaning
High level areas can easily be left out of cleaning routines, which can lead to a build-up of dust, dirt and debris. This is especially true for organisations working in large buildings such as manufacturers, fulfilment centres, warehouses and industrial facilities. This dirt build-up is a serious health and safety risk to organisations and can cause both physical and mental health concerns for employees.
In manufacturing and food processing environments where hygienic spaces are required, it can also put production lines at risk. Depending on the production methods and processes or substances used, the by-products from these can cause further risks if left alone. Companies may need to schedule regular high level cleaning to ensure consistent compliance and cleanliness.
Regular high level cleaning can also ensure a performant, professional and hygienic working environment for employees.
How Should I Choose a Supplier?
Looking for a company with experience in high level cleaning is key. Every unique high level clean is different. Building structures, shapes and uses can vary immensely. From heavy industrial settings to historic buildings – choosing a supplier with a wide variety of experience can ensure your clean is undertaken with care and sensitivity to the surroundings.
Deciding what type of equipment your clean requires is also key. While cherry pickers and scaffolding can seem the obvious choice, they often come with disruption and added costs. Especially if an operator is required too. If you are looking for a high level clean that can be carried out with minimal disruption whilst delivering maximum results, a high-reach system might be the better choice.
If you are looking to conduct a high level clean, or you are not sure about the methods suitable for your premises – get in touch using the form below.