Preventing cross-contamination is not a single task. It’s a disciplined system of process management, training, and accountability.
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Cleaning chemicals that affect sensitive people may affect all of us over time. Adapting your cleaning processes to meet their needs benefits both your customers and your business.
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A hybrid security model, combining drone surveillance and human oversight with robotic consistency and AI-powered insights, is becoming the new standard.
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With the high amount of foot traffic in hotels—to say nothing of daily spills—keeping carpets looking their best can be a challenge.
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Today’s facility leaders are beginning to recognize that odor management is far more than a cosmetic detail—it’s a critical indicator of operational performance.
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Select a pest management provider who understands the complexities of your facility, works collaboratively with your maintenance and cleaning teams, and offers services that go beyond basic pest control.
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Mold assessments are no longer simple checklists; they serve as a crucial defense for occupant health.
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Implementing a holistic indoor air quality strategy involves careful selection of certified cleaning products and green building materials, rigorous adherence to improved cleaning protocols, and comprehensive staff training.
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Take the time to build relationships with your building service contractors, so communication is open, not just corrective.
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In this episode of Straight Talk!, we’re joined by Jeff Carmon, business coach and consultant with Elite BSC, for a deep dive into one of the most underrated skills in commercial cleaning and facility services: Making a strong first impression during a facility tour.
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In this in-depth expert discussion, Dr. Gavin Macgregor-Skinner, Senior Director at ISSA, and Keri Lestage, with Good Salt Life, break down exactly what EHV-1 is, how it spreads, and why cleaning and disinfection are essential parts of controlling this highly contagious virus.
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Architects, facility managers, and cleaning professionals all play critical roles in how a space performs over its lifetime.
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A new frontier in predictive cleaning uses living plants as sensors that enable artificial intelligence (AI) systems to anticipate cleaning needs before humans notice them.
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Unlike gravity-fed systems that depend on the weight of water to create a weak siphon, pressure-assisted toilets use the building’s water pressure to compress air within a sealed vessel inside the tank.
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Hybrid offices are designed to do more with less, with fewer desks, smaller floorplans, and increased use of shared spaces. However, HVAC systems were sized for the old layout and headcount.
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Restrooms are an important reflection of a facility’s overall cleanliness, professionalism, and management.
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