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Surface transmission, cleaning and waste management

Surface transmission, cleaning and waste management

FAQs: COVID-19 transmission via surfaces

How do diseases transmit via surfaces?

What does “detection” mean when discussing viruses in the environment?

How can surfaces get contaminated with SARS-CoV-2?

How long can SARS-CoV-2 survive on surfaces?

To what extent can SARS-CoV-2 be transferred between surfaces and hands?

How resistant is SARS-CoV-2 to disinfection?

FAQ: Cleaning and disinfection in homes and workplaces

What type of surface cleaning and disinfection should we promote for homes and workspaces?

What other resources are available on surface disinfection?

FAQ: Chemical disinfection precautions

What precautions should be taken for chemical disinfection?

FAQ: Disinfection in public locations

How can we maintain cleanliness of public water pump handles?

FAQ: Large-scale spraying and disinfection

Should we be promoting large scale spraying for disinfection in communities or households?

FAQ: Food Hygiene

Should I be cleaning and disinfecting food or products I buy from the shop?

FAQ: Waste Management

What is domestic solid waste?

What should be done with domestic solid waste in the COVID-19 context?

How should we dispose of used masks and other protective equipment?

What other resources are there on solid waste management?