As more organisations embrace flexible and hybrid work models, maintaining hygiene in shared office spaces has become more complex. With staff rotating between home and office, germs can easily spread if high-touch points aren’t cleaned regularly.
Below, the experts at Royce Cleaning answer the most common questions about disinfecting high-touch surfaces in hybrid workplaces.
1. What are considered high-touch points in the office?
High-touch points are surfaces frequently contacted by multiple people throughout the day.
Common examples include:
- Door handles, light switches, and lift buttons
- Shared keyboards, phones, and printers
- Kitchen benches, microwaves, and fridges
- Meeting room tables and AV controls
- Bathroom taps and dispensers
These areas harbour the most bacteria and viruses, making them a priority for disinfection.
2. How often should these surfaces be disinfected?
The frequency depends on office size, occupancy patterns, and traffic flow.
In general:
- Daily disinfection for shared areas such as kitchens, bathrooms, and reception desks.
- After each shift or meeting for hot desks and conference rooms.
- Twice-daily for high-traffic surfaces like lift buttons and door handles in busy offices.
In hybrid environments, where staff schedules vary, setting a routine cleaning timetable ensures no day goes unchecked — even if only part of the team is on site.
3. What’s the difference between cleaning and disinfecting?
- Cleaning removes visible dirt and dust.
- Disinfecting kills germs using chemical agents or sanitisers.
For proper hygiene, both steps are essential. Cleaning alone won’t destroy bacteria; disinfecting without cleaning first reduces effectiveness.
At Royce Cleaning, we follow a two-stage process using hospital-grade disinfectants that meet Australian safety standards.
4. Can over-disinfection be harmful?
Yes — overusing strong chemicals can irritate skin, damage surfaces, and impact indoor air quality.
That’s why our team uses eco-friendly and non-toxic disinfectants suitable for frequent use. We balance hygiene with workplace safety and environmental responsibility.
5. How does a hybrid office change the cleaning routine?
Hybrid offices require flexible cleaning schedules. Some days see full occupancy; others only a few staff.
We recommend:
- Conducting a daily sanitising sweep of all shared areas, regardless of headcount.
- Scheduling deep disinfecting sessions weekly or fortnightly.
- Keeping touch-point wipes or sprays accessible so employees can self-sanitise as needed.
This approach keeps hygiene consistent without wasting resources on underused spaces.
6. What tools or products are best for high-touch disinfection?
- Microfibre cloths and disposable wipes for surfaces
- Alcohol-based sanitisers (60–80% ethanol or isopropanol)
- Hospital-grade disinfectants certified under TGA standards
- Electrostatic sprayers or foggers for large areas
Our team selects products based on material type — ensuring safe use on plastics, metals, and electronics.
7. How can businesses maintain staff confidence in workplace hygiene?
Transparency and consistency matter.
Display cleaning schedules, use visible cleaning tags (“sanitised at 10:00 AM”), and communicate your cleaning protocols in staff newsletters or Slack channels.
Partnering with a professional office cleaning company in Sydney like Royce Cleaning ensures accountability, compliance, and peace of mind.
8. How can Royce Cleaning help with high-touch disinfection plans?
We design custom cleaning plans for hybrid offices that include:
- Daily sanitisation of high-touch zones
- Scheduled deep-cleaning programs
- Supply and maintenance of hygiene stations
- Optional COVID-safe disinfection services
Visit Royce Cleaning Office Cleaning Services or call (02) 9897 2099 for a free consultation.
Keep Your Hybrid Office Healthy and Hygienic
High-touch disinfection is no longer optional — it’s essential to keeping hybrid teams safe and confident.
Let Royce Cleaning, Sydney’s trusted commercial cleaning specialists, help you maintain a spotless and germ-free workspace.
