Green Cleaning Leaders Release Disinfecting Guidelines for Schools

August 20, 2020

Facility cleaning and disinfection guidelines have never been more important than during a pandemic to help ensure the health of building occupants. As the new academic year begins, a lot of focus is directed on cleaning and disinfecting schools.

Healthy Green Schools & Colleges released Guidelines for Safer COVID-19 Cleaning and Disinfection for custodians and building service contractors dedicated to using green cleaning methods. The guidelines were developed by global nonprofit eco-certifier Green Seal® and pioneering advocacy nonprofit Healthy Schools Campaign, along with leaders in green cleaning and facility management at schools and universities across the United States.

Many schools avoid excessive chemical use to protect students with asthma and other respiratory conditions that can be triggered by chemical exposure. The new guidelines identify green cleaning solutions included on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) list N of disinfectants identified as effective against the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The guidelines also clarify when and how to safely use technologies such as electrostatic sprayers and ultraviolet (UV-C) light.  

Latest Articles

Balancing Boots on the Ground with Brains in the Office
September 17, 2025 Jeff Cross

Balancing Boots on the Ground with Brains in the Office

September 17, 2025 Kirsten Hochberg

Eco-Conscious Cleaning for Healthier Schools

September 16, 2025 Jeff Cross

Win the Week at ISSA Show North America 2025

Sponsored Articles

Operational Efficiency Meets Sustainability
September 11, 2025 Sponsored by Essity Tissue's Tork Brand

Operational Efficiency Meets Sustainability

September 11, 2025 Sponsored by SPARTAN CHEMICAL CO.

Dispensing Made Simple®

September 11, 2025 Sponsored by SOFIDEL AMERICAN CORP

End Costly Clogs with Dissolve Tech®

Recent News

CDC Reports ‘Kissing Bug’ Disease as Endemic in US

CDC Reports ‘Kissing Bug’ Disease as Endemic in US

ISSA Reveals 2025 Class of Emerging Leaders

Five New Members Named to Vaccine Advisory Panel Ahead of Key Meeting