Radisson, Diversey develop cleaning and disinfection guidelines

Radisson Hotel Group joins growing number of global hotel chains implementing new cleaning procedures.

Radisson Hotel Group has announced Radisson Hotels Safety Protocol, a new program of cleanliness and disinfection procedures, in partnership with SGS.

These enhanced protocols, operational guidance and health and safety procedures validated by SGS, will be adapted based on local requirements and recommendations.

Radisson Hotel Group’s enhanced cleaning and disinfection guidelines have been developed in collaboration with global hygiene solutions provider, Diversey.

These guidelines include hand sanitising stations at all entrances, the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and protective screens, enhanced and recorded cleaning and disinfection frequency, social distancing in all areas of its hotels, including in the meeting and event facilities, training in local, Centers for Disease Control, or World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations and health guidelines, reiteration of food safety standards and comprehensive staff training.

Radisson Hotel Group will be introducing an official label of cleanliness and disinfection issued by SGS through a centralised validation process.

Under this program, individual hotels can receive an approval label upon completion of a comprehensive local audit including on-site testing using the latest technology.

Federico J. González, CEO, Radisson Hospitality AB and chairman of Radisson Hotel Group’s Global Steering Committee, said Radisson Hotel Group iscommitted to delivering a clean and safe environment for guests and team members.

“The world has been fundamentally changed by COVID-19 so it is key that we strive to protect all who work, stay and partner with us as we re-open our doors to a new era of travel.

“To do this we have thoroughly examined all areas of the hotel experience, and we are proud to have partnered with SGS to create our Radisson Hotels Safety Protocol program.”

Frankie Ng, CEO of SGS, said “SGS’ global leadership in the travel and hospitality sector has enabled our network of health and safety experts to develop a comprehensive and straightforward protocol to check management procedures and disinfection status of hotels. Our goal is to ensure that maximum hygiene standards are met, to protect guests as well as Radisson Hotel Group team members.”

Radisson Hotel Group will soon be announcing an extension to its brand commitment which includes 20 steps and an additional 10-step protocol for meetings and events.

The company expects to complete all the necessary operational details of this program over the next few weeks. Principles under consideration include:

  • Increased cleaning and disinfection frequency of all hotel areas, paying special attention to high-touch items
  • Stations installed with alcohol-based hand sanitizer and gloves at the front entrance and hotel public areas
  • All room keys disinfected and presented safely upon check-in
  • Express check-out process available for guests to minimise contact
  • Cash-free methods of payments available and encouraged
  • Door hangers displayed with cleaning and disinfection procedures in each room
  • Comprehensive hygiene and preventions training programs for team members
  • Team members provided with PPE such as masks and gloves

Other global hotel chains including Hilton, Hyatt and Marriott International have all recently announced new cleaning measures in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

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