How to Properly Disinfect Your Office Equipment
- GFI Digital
- Mar 26, 2020
- 1 min read
Updated: Nov 4, 2022

In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the CDC recommends that we clean and disinfect frequently-touched surfaces daily. This includes office equipment, whether at home or at work.
A recent study found that the coronavirus can survive up to 2-3 days on plastic and stainless steel. There is much we still do not know about the spread of the virus on surfaces, but we must take proper measures and follow the CDC's recommendation to help minimize the risk of infection.
Both Ricoh and Sharp have developed recommendations to help employees and businesses properly clean and disinfect the surfaces of shared devices.
See below for instructions and tips:


The article offers some great tips for disinfecting office equipment, especially in these times when cleanliness is so important. Regularly sanitizing high-touch surfaces can really make a difference in reducing the spread of germs. Similarly, ensuring the air you breathe in your workspace is clean is just as crucial. This is where an air purifier for your home can be invaluable. It helps remove allergens, dust, and harmful particles from the air, creating a healthier environment for you and your team. A clean space, both physically and atmospherically, can significantly boost productivity and well-being.