MAKING CLEANING EASY: IS IT POSSIBLE?

28-01-2025

What are the risks for the operator and what are the solutions that simplify cleaning and make the task easier?

 


Our expert answer.


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Can manual floor washing cause pain in the operator's arms, back and shoulders?

Musculoskeletal disorders and diseases (MSDs) afflict a high percentage of cleaners, representing the main cause of absence from work. Their occurrence is linked to several factors, many of which are work-related, such as the continuous execution of movements that require effort, over-extension caused by certain tasks and the prolonged assumption of incorrect postures. MSDs have serious consequences both for workers, who are subjected to physical suffering and a decrease in well-being, and for employers, who have to manage the emergency and cope with the associated costs.

 

Why do so many businesses still use this traditional cleaning method bearing in mind its physical difficulty?

Musculoskeletal disorders and diseases are not unavoidable: using ergonomic equipment and adopting correct procedures can effectively prevent their onset. Filmop cleaning systems are designed according to the ergonomic principles, thus enabling excellent results to be achieved without stressing the operator. Lightweight and easy to handle, they facilitate dusting, washing and disinfection, allowing for thorough cleaning of any environment.

 

Does manual mopping offer certain advantages over mechanised systems? What are these?

The compactness of the manual equipment makes it easy to clean narrow spaces or spaces with various obstacles, reaching into corners and under furniture without problem. Cleaning systems are also the ideal solution when timely or localised action is required and become indispensable in all environments that require high standards of hygiene. Finally, an additional plus is undoubtedly the greater ease of use compared to machines, which reduces staff training time.

 

What can manufacturers do to ease the task for the operative?

Providing equipment made according to ergonomic principles can make the difference in improving the working conditions of operators, which is why Filmop's R&D department is constantly engaged in designing systems that avoid strains, continuous bending and inadequate posture.

The systems that stand out the most are the ErgoSwing and ErgoDrop handles with swivel grip, which can be combined with the ergonomically designed mop holders. The 360° rotation of the handles combined with the innovative design of the joint significantly reduces strain, promoting the psychophysical well-being of the operator.

In addition, the latest innovations include Boost, the unique plate wringer that wrings 20% more with half the effort compared to traditional wringers. Its adjustment system optimises the wringing level according to the degree of moisture required and the type of mop used, without ever straining the operator.

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What products does Filmop offer that are designed to make life easier for the cleaner?

Boost wringer protects the health of the operator, who is no longer forced to exert intense and repetitive strain, increasing the chance of developing musculoskeletal disorders: simply pull the handle to the end of the stroke to immediately achieve the ideal wringing result, without the need to repeat the operation several times to achieve the desired effect.

ErgoSwing also helps to prevent the onset of occupational diseases of the musculoskeletal system: the usability analysis conducted by a specialised consulting company found that Filmop's ergonomic system enables the maintenance of a correct posture and significantly reduces wrist flexion and extension movements compared to traditional systems. In addition, the analysis showed that the strain perceived by operators when using ErgoSwing is significantly lower than that experienced with standard systems.

ErgoDrop tank handle includes the strengths that have made the ErgoSwing system so successful. It also offers the possibility of dosing the cleaning solution according to the surface and the degree of dirt present.