Disinfection

The various types of antimicrobial treatments include built-in antimicrobials integrated into materials and textiles during manufacturing.

Like any tool, disinfectants are most effective and safe when cleaning crews use them properly.

Cleaning product users are looking for ways to clean well, at a reasonable price, and without harm to those who use the indoor space.

Target germ hotspots and optimize cleaning frequencies by pinpointing high-touch and high-traffic areas most prone to harboring germs.

Flu attack rates among subgroups of college students can reach as high as 73% of the student population.

Norovirus immunity is short-lived, and a person can have multiple norovirus infections in one winter season.

Quick action to clean and disinfect potentially contaminated surfaces or objects can be critical to help prevent the spread of norovirus.

Schools are recognizing that maintaining clean, safe and healthy environments is essential not just for preventing the spread of illness but also for supporting students' regular attendance.

Estimates link between 65% and 80% of all bacterial and chronic infections to biofilms, clusters of living, reproducing microorganisms.

Health First, a free webinar presented by Cleaning & Maintenance Management, provides strategies for starting—or enhancing—a cleaning for health program.

Isaac Johnson, Aramark Healthcare+ vice president of operations, explains the importance of environmental services (EVS) and housekeeping to the overall environment and care of a hospital.

To be professional, cleaning services and their employees must master a body of knowledge, skills, and behaviors to maintain a healthy and safe built environment and succeed in business.