health and safety

stadium, sports arenas
April 22, 2025 Dr. Gavin Macgregor-Skinner

Protecting the Public and the Performers, One Stadium at a Time

Health and Safety

With every stadium concert, championship game, and sold-out venue an opportunity arises—not just to clean, but to safeguard public health, enhance performance, and influence billions in spending.

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medical instruments, stethoscope
April 15, 2025 Doug Hoffman

Bridging the Gap Between Remediation and Medicine

Training

For the first time, remediation professionals can now work together with medical practitioners to address the real-world health consequences of indoor environmental contamination.

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Defining Cleaning for Health Through Metrics
April 14, 2025 Allen P. Rathey

Defining Cleaning for Health Through Metrics

Infection Control

Primary metrics, or indexes, that meet the requirements of many cleaning for health programs include bioload exposure indexes, indoor air quality indexes, and localized exposure indexes.

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Flush Out Facility Hazards
February 20, 2025 Ryan Pfund

Flush Out Facility Hazards

Health and Safety

Worksites where employees are at risk of injuries from chemicals, dust, and/or flammable materials require the immediate availability of eyewash stations and safety showers.

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3 Ways to Remove Handwashing Barriers Inside Public Restrooms
February 13, 2025 Katrin Ferge

3 Ways to Remove Handwashing Barriers Inside Public Restrooms

Restrooms

Around one in five Americans experience difficulties using soap or hand towel dispensers due to an injury, health condition, or physical capability.

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Pathogen Patrol
February 7, 2025

Go on Pathogen Patrol: Arm Yourself with Cleaning and Disinfecting Tips to Combat Facility Germs

Infection Control

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

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Preventing the Spread of Norovirus—Time Is of the Essence
January 24, 2025 Brian Leafblad

Preventing the Spread of Norovirus—Time Is of the Essence

Infection Control

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

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Dr. Gavin Macgregor-Skinner,
January 23, 2025 Jeff Cross

Withdrawing from the World Health Organization: What’s Next for the Cleaning Industry?

Industry Research

Dr. Gavin Macgregor-Skinner shares what separation from the WHO means for ISSA and its member organizations.

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Biofilms Video
December 4, 2024

Biofilms Video

Infection Control

Biofilms are clusters of living, reproducing microorganisms that adhere to just about any type of surface—wet or dry.

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Deck Your Facility’s Halls by Renting the Right Equipment
November 15, 2024 Tony English

Deck Your Facility’s Halls by Renting the Right Equipment

Products

By renting the appropriate lift, you can safely and cost-effectively complete your facility's festive vision, keeping the season jolly.

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Sara Porter
October 7, 2024 Sponsored by Spartan

Transforming Clean: An Inside Look at the Healthy Green Schools & Colleges Program

Business and Management

In this episode of Straight Talk!, sponsored by Spartan Chemical Co., the discussion centers on a crucial topic impacting the future of the cleaning industry—protecting health and embracing green cleaning and sustainability.

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The Missing Step in Handwashing
October 1, 2024 Ronnie Phillips

The Missing Step in Handwashing

Restrooms

While it’s great that handwashing is getting the love and attention it deserves, it raises the question of why hand drying isn’t.

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