EAT. DRINK. SLEEP February 2021
Washrooms reflect hygiene standards in foodservice 78% say condition of washroom shows how much a restaurant or café cares The survey revealed that 80% of consumers are now more aware of hygiene practices when outside the home* because of the pandemic. The survey showed that over threequarters of respondents (78%) think the condition of a washroom in a restaurant is a reflection on how much the establishment cares about its customers/visitors*. Meanwhile, only 46% of respondents feel safe visiting a restaurant*, and 86% would avoid a location if they didn’t think it was Covid-secure*. According to the research, over twothirds of respondents (69%) thought that the kitchen is the most important area to improve hygiene levels and 62% showed concern about using the toilets in restaurants. Over three-quarters (77%) thought the washroom is a reflection of the establishment’s image, while 76% thought the condition of the washroom is a reflection of the hygiene standards for the rest of the establishment. When asked about the most important factors when considering if a restaurant is safe: 68% wanted social distancing enforcement; 65% wanted the provision of hand sanitiser at key points; 64% wanted the provision of hygienic hand washing and toilet facilities; 61% wanted to see that a washroom is clean; and 57% wanted cleaning and disinfecting procedures clearly communicated. Kimberly-Clark Professional™ has introduced the 360˚ Hygiene & Protection programme to help foodservice businesses get back on their feet and restore confidence. The programme offers specific support through considering need areas, and tools to assess your foodservice facility and identify germ hotspots. Hotspots are objects such as catering equipment, dishwashers, sink fixtures, food preparation surfaces, and door handles
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that need frequent surface cleaning and disinfection, The next step is implementing cleaning and disinfecting protocols and introducing the correct hand hygiene and surface wiping solutions. Finally, Kimberly-Clark Professional™ promotes hygienic workplace practices by providing communication tools for awareness and to help people feel safe. Kimberly-Clark Professional™ is offering
a free no obligation Virtual Hygiene Walk – bookable through the microsite https://home.kcprofessional.com/ UK_PR_TTNS_0920 – to review a facility and provide expert guidance on cleaning and hygiene protocols, recommending the right product solutions to tackle key hotspots. We have produced an in-depth guide for the food service industry https://home.kcprofessional.com/ UK_PR_Food_1120 to show the most appropriate products and solutions.