The following guide demonstrates the recommended method for cleaning and disinfecting porous fabrics such as Cordura. |
General Gym Cleaning and Disinfecting Guidelines: |
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1. Wear disposable gloves, a mask, and eye protection to clean and disinfect. |
2. Ensure that there is adequate ventilation during cleaning and disinfecting. |
3. Use an alcohol free, phenol free, bleach free, and ammonia free cleaner or wipe containing an EPA approved disinfectant, such as GymWipes Antibacterial product. |
4. If a surface is visibly covered in chalk or dirt, clean that surface prior to using a disinfectant. |
5. Not all surfaces need to be cleaned or disinfected with the same frequency. Areas that are frequently touched such as door handles, barbells, pull-up bars, dumbbells and medicine balls should be cleaned after every use, while other surfaces that are not touched as often can be cleaned less frequently. |
6. A searchable list of CDC/EPA approved disinfectants that are effective against COVID-19 can be found here: https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-registration/list-n-advanced-search-page-disinfectants-coronavirus-covid-19 |
7. A list of CDC/EPA approved disinfectants that are effective against disease causing bacteria can be found here: https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-registration/list-h-epas-registered-antimicrobial-products-effective-against-methicillian |