Accor has secured government approval for its Allsafe cleanliness and prevention initiative.
The support comes through the government-backed Primary Authority Scheme, validating its full compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation.
Allsafe was introduced in response to the Covid-19 pandemic in partnership with testing, inspection and certification specialist Bureau Veritas and is independently audited.
Hotels bearing the Aallsafe label feature appropriate partitioning, sanitary measures for guest use and the strict observance of social distancing procedures.
Accor claims “hospital grade” room disinfection, deep cleaning of all upholstery and carpets, with bedding washed and treated at high temperatures.
Staff have also been through a comprehensive safety, hygiene and training programme.
All aspects of the scheme in the UK are being assessed by Clifton Environmental Services, a specialist health, safety and hygiene auditor.
Guests also have access to free telephone consultations through AXA Partners’ medical solutions to address potential concerns they may have about falling ill while at an Accor hotel.
Accor northern Europe health, safety and envionment director Richard Short said: “We are very pleased to have received official approval by the UK government backed scheme of our Aallsafe programme.
“It underlines our commitment to ensuring our guests are provided with the very best hygiene, cleanliness and safety measures in the industry.
“As the sustained impact of Covid-19 becomes ever more apparent, it is vital that our hotels continue to meet and surpass government guidelines on safety and hygiene measures.
“Primary Authority assurance reflects our total commitment to achieving the highest industry standards in health and safety.”