Proper placement of sanitizing stands

Hand sanitizing stands have increased in popularity, due to an increased public awareness and use of sanitizers as well as the recent H1N1 flu outbreak and the role of hand hygiene in flu prevention. The proper placement of hand sanitizer stands can not only encourage building occupants to help prevent the spread of illness — it can also spread a public health message that companies and facilities want to be proactive in keeping occupants healthy. Stands, which are portable, are generally made for touch-free dispensers, which are part of the larger effort to reduce cross-contamination. They should be placed in high-traffic areas such as lobbies, cafeterias and reception areas, and at entrances and exits.