Following the UK Government’s announcement of its commitment to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, the UK’s impact on the environment has been on close watch.
Whether it’s being vigilant with single-use plastic, shopping by season or reducing our purchasing of fast fashion, many are trying to do their bit for the environment, hence why it’s no surprise that 37% of us are making the conscious decision to travel using public transport to help protect the environment (Intelligent Transport).
A 2023 report by Transport Scotland documented that there was a 29% rise in bus passengers compared to the previous year. The increased usage even came in the midst of reduced bus availability, further highlighting the general public’s commitment to safeguarding the environment.
But, as the use of public transport rises, so does the spread of germs. Here’s how Uniwipe is driving forward hygiene onboard public transport.
The spread of germs on public transport
As consumers grow ever-conscious of their carbon footprint and make the step to travel by public transport, they’re also growing conscious of their heightened exposure to germs.
High passenger turnover, numerous touchpoints, and enclosed spaces with limited ventilation all make it challenging to avoid catching a cold or other illness. With 60% of passengers concerned about the spread of germs using public transport (Environmental Health Journal), and the UK market for hand sanitisers is expected to grow by 6.7% every year from 2024 to 2030, hygiene precautions aren’t going away anytime soon.
Fortunately, Uniwipe offers trusted and hassle-free cleaning products for the transport sector, with solutions that are proven to kill 99.999% of bacteria and germs.
Key touchpoints to consider when cleaning public transport
Onboard buses, taxis and trains, there are countless touchpoints to consider as part of the cleaning process to reduce the risk of cross-contamination. Here’s the areas to have on your radar.
Key areas to clean on buses and taxis:
- Seatbelt straps, tongues and buckles
- Armrests
- Fold-down tables
- Seat handles
- Window ledges
- Grab bars and overhead handles
- Stop buttons
Key areas to clean on trains:
- Armrests
- Tables and fold-down tables
- Window ledges
- Luggage storage areas and overhead racks
- Door open and close buttons
- Handrails
And while passenger safety is a priority for public transport providers, let’s not forget drivers and onboard staff. Make sure steering wheels, control panels, seatbelts, door handles and visors are all included in the cleaning process.
Uniwipe products for the transport sector
Our range of wipes have been designed with versatility in mind so that they can be used on various surfaces like leather, upholstery, plastic and metal. Extending the cleaning coverage further, all our wipes are alcohol free to make them safe to use on technology equipment (subject to manufacturers guidelines).
For cleaning the interiors of buses, taxis and trains, we recommend the below products:
- Dirtmovers: Perfect for the toughest of cleaning jobs, removing dirt, grease and stubborn stains.
- Multipurpose: Ideal of cleaning lower infection risk areas like overhead handrails and window ledges.
- Hand & Surface: An essential for drivers and onboard staff carrying out regular surface cleaning throughout the day.
Killing germs and bacteria fast, the cleaning solution present in the Uniwipe range is effective within 30 seconds. Additionally, the fast-acting, or fast-attacking if you will, wipes are safe-on-skin meaning that users don’t need to wear gloves.
Keeping passengers and drivers safe
We have achieved the highest standard of European Norm (EN) accreditation, which is awarded to products that meet high performance, safety and effectiveness criteria. EN accreditation is awarded across the globe and used to ensure cleaning and disinfection products meet essential hygiene and sanitation standards.
Our EN accreditation is testament to the rigorous testing our products face to give our customers in the transport sector full faith that the Uniwipe range will help keep passengers and drivers safe.
Ready to start your Uniwipe journey?
If all this has you thinking that Uniwipe may be the final destination in your cleaning supplier search, we recommend you read our previous blog post on why companies choose Uniwipe, or that you get in touch with our team directly if you’re ready to talk through your options.
