How do you use your VR headset Corona-proof?

Especially in these times, it's crucial to pay attention to the hygienic practices you follow when playing with a virtual reality headset. We're here to give you some tips to ensure you always have a sanitary solution for using your virtual reality headset!

Wash your hands! All staff members who let people try VR products at conferences should carry hand sanitizer/disinfectant with at least 60% alcohol. For themselves, but also to let users wash their hands before handling the devices. When facilities allow, a 20-second hand wash with soap and water is preferable.

As mentioned in this blog before the update, the standard foam material cannot be properly cleaned and absorbs a lot of body moisture. Therefore, replace it with a rubber or leather variant. You can thoroughly clean these with cleaning wipes. You can use an alcoholic cleaning wipe, but be careful not to accidentally wipe it over the lenses of your HMD.

This tip may seem obvious, but people often forget to clean everything. Headsets are most often cleaned, but controllers are sometimes overlooked. This is risky, as viruses can survive on surfaces for 4 to 5 days. Therefore, every time someone else is going to use a headset, controller, or other accessory, clean the equipment thoroughly with the aforementioned cleaning wipe. We also offer a disinfectant spray that prevents the transmission of bacteria and fungi.

Do you want to really clean your VR headset? Place the VR headset and any controllers in a UV sterilizer, like the UV Smart UV-C Sterilizer. This device ensures that all bacteria and other grime are removed from the headset using UV light. When the headset comes out of the device, you can use it with a relieved heart!

Staff members should be trained. They need to know how to handle situations if there are suspicions of a Coronavirus infection and the guidelines of local authorities. So, they should not only know how to maintain hygiene but also recognize symptoms like a high temperature and shortness of breath. They can then assess whether it's a good idea for the visitor to use VR, and if there's an increased risk of infection.

As we mentioned earlier, large gatherings such as shows, fairs, and conferences are the most risky. As an organization, always consider the health and safety of employees in your decision to attend and in the measures you take if you choose to actually be present.