NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document
LINENS and CLOTHES
■ DO NOT SHAKE YOUR LINENS OR CLOTHES. Shaking will cause the dust to become airborne,
settling once again on floors and other surfaces, which may then be breathed in.
CLEANING METHOD:
Step#l: WEAR a dust mask and gloves.
Step #2: CAREFULLY REMOVE the linens and clothes from drawers or closets. Try not to disturb
the dust.
Step #3: WASH all items as specified by the manufacturer. Koi/ way want to wash everything twice
before wearing or using.
OTHER HARD SURFACES
■ DO NOT DUST SURFACES WITH A DRY CLOTH/RAG-USE A WET WIPE. Dusting with a
dry cloth will cause the dust to become airborne, settling once again on floors and other surfaces,
which may then be breathed in.
■ Hard surfaces include tables, window blinds, shelving, lamps, walls, bathroom and kitchen counters,
picture frames, dishes, pots and pans — any surface that would traditionally collect dust.
■ Pay special attention to places where food is prepared.
CLEANING METHOD:
Step #1: WEAR a dust mask and gloves.
Step #2: WET WIPE all surfaces using water or a cleaner appropriate for the surface. Be sure to
continually rinse your cloth/rag. If using a bucket, do not rinse your cloth/rag in the cleaning solution;
either rinse in a separate bucket or a sink.
Step #3: When dry, WIPE your surface with an electrostatic cloth, such as a Grab-It or a Swiffer.
TOYS
■ CLEAN ALL OF YOUR CHILDREN’S TOYS BEFORE THEY PLAY WITH THEM. This is
especially important for toys that may be put into mouths.
CLEANING METHOD:
Step#l: WEAR a dust mask and gloves.
Step #2: CAREFULLY COLLECT all of the toys. Try not to disturb the dust.
Step #3: RUN soft toys, such as stuffed animals, in the dryer to remove dust particles. Be sure to
clean out your dryer’s dust guard.
Step #4: WASH all plastic and other hard toys with water to remove the dust.
Step #5 AFTER CLEANING, store toys in sealed toy box or container to lessen further exposure.
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