Beware of Biofilms
Infection Control
Estimates link between 65% and 80% of all bacterial and chronic infections to biofilms, clusters of living, reproducing microorganisms.
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Dr. Gavin Macgregor-Skinner
Senior Director, GBAC
Dr. Gavin Macgregor-Skinner is a senior director of the Global Biorisk Advisory Council™ (GBAC™), a division of ISSA. As an infection prevention expert and consultant, he works to develop protocols and education for the global cleaning industry, empowering facilities, businesses, and cleaning professionals to create safe environments.
Articles by Dr. Gavin Macgregor-Skinner
Improve Your Cleaning Protocols With GBAC STAR™
Infection Control
GBAC STAR facilities demonstrate their commitment to supporting a high-performance cleaning and maintenance program to maintain a hygienic indoor environment.
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Putting Data-Driven Cleaning Into Practice
Business and Management
Data-driven cleaning involves collecting, analyzing, and using data to make informed decisions about cleaning activities.
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A Primer on Healthy Cleaning Chemicals
Infection Control
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.
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Killing Germs With UV-C Light
Infection Control
Germicidal ultraviolet light (UV-C) technology can be effective in many indoor spaces and is especially useful as an additional layer of protection to reduce infectious germs.
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Ever-Present Germs in Buildings
Infection Control
As with any place on earth, microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi) exist in the air, on surfaces—and on building materials. Acknowledging that germs are ever-present in buildings can be the first step in dealing with them properly.
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Indoor Air Quality + Air Purification
Infection Control
Your facility may need more air changes per hour, compared to before the pandemic, to help stop the spread of COVID-19 and other diseases.
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