How To Properly Clean and Disinfect the Workplace

Proper cleaning and disinfection are essential for farm and ranch operations to prevent the spread of infectious diseases among workers and livestock. This training explains the critical differences between cleaning and disinfecting, and provides step-by-step guidance on how to clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces commonly found in agricultural settings.

Use cases

• Routine sanitation of barns, equipment, and high-traffic areas on farms and ranches
• Disease outbreak response, such as COVID-19 or livestock illnesses, to limit transmission
• Preparing shared farm tools and surfaces for safe use between workers

Why it works

• Cleaning physically removes germs, dirt, and organic matter, reducing pathogen load
• Disinfecting kills remaining germs after cleaning, further lowering infection risks
• Uses proven, EPA-registered disinfectants and proper dilution techniques for agricultural environments