How Clean Is the Air You Breathe at Work?
Key Takeaways from Our Lunchtime Webinar with AirSteril
On 25th June, Simply Washrooms hosted a live lunchtime webinar exploring one of the most overlooked but essential aspects of workplace wellbeing: air quality.
We were joined by Alex Dewsbery, air hygiene expert from AirSteril, who shared fascinating insights into how air purification technology is changing the way organisations tackle odour, bacteria, and workplace health – and why it matters more than ever.
If you missed it, you can watch the full webinar recording here, and below are some of the highlights from the session.
Why Air Quality Can’t Be Ignored
We opened the session with context from the Royal College of Physicians, whose recent report revealed that air pollution – even at low levels — is now linked to thousands of UK deaths every year. Air quality affects almost every organ in the human body and plays a significant role in wellbeing, productivity and healthy life expectancy.
As Alex explained, the post-pandemic workplace has made us more aware than ever of what’s in the air we breathe – and how little we often do about it.
How AirSteril Works (and Why It’s Different)
AirSteril uses UV light and photocatalytic oxidation to eliminate airborne bacteria, viruses, mould, odours and particulates. Unlike fragrance-based systems, it doesn’t just mask smells — it destroys the root cause of contamination in enclosed environments.
Their units work 24/7, constantly drawing in air, cleaning it with germicidal UV light, and circulating it back out. The result? Cleaner air, reduced odours, fewer complaints, and improved first impressions.
Where AirSteril Makes the Biggest Difference
Alex walked us through key environments where AirSteril excels:
- Washrooms & bin stores – to eliminate persistent odours and bacteria
- Open-plan offices – to reduce airborne contamination and absenteeism
- Changing rooms, healthcare & retail – where hygiene and comfort go hand in hand
He also shared research from Singapore showing high levels of coliform bacteria in shared washrooms, and explained how flushing can aerosolise bacteria, reinforcing the need for continuous air purification.
Real-World Results
One of the most eye-opening stats from the webinar:
In a call centre study, installing AirSteril led to a 42% drop in staff absenteeism.
Alex also shared data from healthcare, food and transport settings, all showing clear reductions in contamination when AirSteril is in use. These results make a strong case for including air purification in your hygiene strategy — not just for comfort, but for compliance, staff wellbeing and ESG goals.
Supports WELL Standards and ESG Goals
If your business is working towards WELL certification, you’ll be glad to know AirSteril supports multiple features, including:
- A01: Air Quality
- A05: Pollution Infiltration
- A12: Air Filtration and Pathogen Reduction
It’s also a powerful asset in meeting ESG commitments, showing measurable action on indoor air hygiene.
Quick, Quiet & Low Maintenance
Alex reassured attendees that AirSteril units are:
- Easy to install (just a plug socket needed)
- Quiet (many are completely silent)
- Low maintenance (annual lamp replacement only)
- Backed by a 3-year warranty
Simply Washrooms offer a money-back guarantee if you’re not satisfied – that’s how confident we are in the results.
Thank you to everyone who joined us – and to Alex for such an informative session. If you missed it, don’t worry! You can request the AirSteril product sheet, or a free site assessment by contacting us at:
📩 hello@simplywashrooms.com
📞 01992 575563
Let’s start improving the air you breathe at work — one clean space at a time.