Where research happens, contamination doesn't.

Bench and surface disinfection in research zones. EN 14476 virucidal chemistry applied by single-use cloth (never reusable cloths that could cross-contaminate between benches). Each bench cleaned separately — cloth discarded after each bench. Bench-tops, balance benches, fume hood exteriors (interior is the researcher's responsibility), equipment exteriors (only — never touch controls or samples), sink and tap handles, door handles, light switches. Contact time per manufacturer. Glutaraldehyde or chlorine-based for biological zones (BSL-1/BSL-2), isopropanol for chemistry zones (fast evaporation, no residue). Critical for experiment integrity and biological containment.

BSL-1 (Biosafety Level 1 — no known pathogen risk) and BSL-2 (Biosafety Level 2 — moderate hazard, e.g. E. coli, Staphylococcus, HIV, Hepatitis B/C) zones cleaned under HSE HSG272 biological agents protocol. EN 14476 virucidal chemistry throughout. Biological spill protocol (absorbent granules, disinfectant, scoop, biohazard bag). Biological waste coordination (autoclave bags, sharps containers, biohazard bags — coordinated with your autoclave operator and licensed clinical waste carrier). Operatives in full PPE in BSL-2 zones (lab coat, nitrile gloves, safety glasses). HEPA-filtered vacuum for floor and dust. BSL-3 zones not cleaned by general cleaning operatives — specialist biohazard team only (we can coordinate).

Chemistry research labs require chemical-specific chemistry — no incompatible combinations. We use isopropanol (fast evaporation, no residue) for general chemistry surfaces. We never use ammonia-based chemistry near chlorine storage (chloramine gas release). We never use solvent-based chemistry near oxidiser storage (fire risk). We never use chlorine-based chemistry near ammonia storage (chloramine gas). Fume hood exteriors cleaned (interior is the researcher's responsibility). Chemical storage cabinets — exterior only, never interior. Chemical spill protocol (acid, base, solvent, oxidiser — different absorbent and neutraliser per type). Operatives trained in COSHH for chemistry lab environment.

Floor care in research labs: HEPA-filtered vacuum (CRN-rated, no airborne contamination) for dry soil removal. Wet mop with EN 14476 virucidal chemistry (biological labs) or isopropanol (chemistry labs). Mop heads single-use per zone (no cross-contamination between labs). Mop buckets colour-coded per zone. Floor drains cleaned and disinfected (biological labs). Slip-resistant protocol — wet floor signage, dry-mop after wet-mop to prevent slip risk. ESD-safe floor care where applicable (electronics research labs) — ESD-safe chemistry, no insulating film. Quarterly strip and refinish for VCT lab floors (HTM 01-05 compliant chemistry where applicable).

GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) documentation maintained for regulated research labs. Cleaning schedule per lab per day per operative. COSHH data sheets for all chemistry. EN 14476 virucidal efficacy data. BSL protocol. Chemical compatibility matrix. Operative training records (GLP, BSL, COSHH, HSE HSG272, infection control). DBS/PVG checks. Liability certificates. Cleaning log signed at every visit. MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency) alignment for pharmaceutical research labs — GLP-compliant documentation, controlled substance protocol, GMP-aware cleaning. Documentation pack audit-ready 24/7. References from MHRA-audited clients available on request under NDA.

Strict no-touch protocol for equipment, samples, and experiments. Operatives never touch lab equipment controls, never move samples, never touch experiment setups, never enter restricted zones without supervision. Equipment exteriors cleaned only — controls, screens, and sensitive components are the researcher's responsibility. Operatives never touch fume hood interiors, never touch biosafety cabinet interiors, never touch chemical storage cabinet interiors. If equipment needs to be moved for floor cleaning, the researcher does it — never the cleaning operative. If a spill is observed, operatives report to the lab manager immediately — never clean it themselves. The no-touch protocol protects experiment integrity and operative safety.