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Since lockdown restrictions came into place to combat the spread of Covid-19, protective screens have become popular in commercial spaces. Most of us are used to seeing them in supermarkets and at checkouts in stores, but screens are actually much more versatile than this and work in a whole range of commercial spaces.

Let’s take a look at how some industries can benefit from protective screens and where they can install them to improve customer and employee safety.

Offices: Keeps your employees protected

Many people are still working from home but most offices are open and employees are working as usual. In offices, hygiene screens aren’t a temporary solution but should be an integral part of your office design.

Screens can be installed between desks to give added protection to your employees, as well as at any public check-ins or reception areas to keep your reception staff safe from the public.

Transparent screens are great in office settings since they allow employees to continue to communicate and help the space feel open and airy while still minimising the spread of germs.

Restaurants: Easy to clean

Restaurants are one of the few places where customers can’t wear masks, so regular deep cleaning is vitally important to minimise the spread of Covid.

Protective screens are antibacterial and antimicrobial, which helps to stop the virus living on them as it does on regular surfaces. They are also extremely easy to disinfect and wipe down regularly, so won’t interfere with your restaurant’s cleaning routine.

Schools: Easy to keep hallways one-way

In schools, it can be difficult to keep children socially distant, especially in hallways and other high-traffic areas.

Protective screens are the perfect solution for dividing walkways and give children an easy route to follow without feeling hemmed in. They are also easy for teachers to move in an emergency so won’t be a hazard during a fire or other emergency.

Store checkouts: Keep Customers at a Safe Distance

Whether it’s a hotel check-in, office reception room, or checkout in a store, having protective screens in front of your reception staff not only keeps them safe from customers but is also a constant reminder to customers to keep their distance at all times.

It’s easy for people to forget about social distancing measures and lean over counters, putting your staff at risk. Having these barriers in place gives staff peace of mind that they are safe.

Need Protective Screens for Your Commercial Space?

Our team at Creative Edge supply and fit a range of protective screens for our clients in Northampton and across the UK. Whatever sector you’re in, we have a range of styles, colours, and sizes that will keep your staff safe and fit in seamlessly with your space. Call us today to find out more.