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Look Beyond the Spray and Pray Model to Eliminate Pests
March 24, 2025 Kathleen Misovic

Look Beyond the Spray and Pray Model to Eliminate Pests

Pest control is crucial when the insect breeding population emerges. Fortunately, minimizing the breeding population does not need to involve toxic pesticides.

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The Road to EV Charging
March 18, 2025 Elizabeth Christenson

The Road to EV Charging

Experts expect EV sales to continue to boom this year, with more than 15 new EV models hitting the U.S. market, supplemented by generous purchase incentives and improving charging infrastructure.

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high-touch surfaces, doorknob, cleaning
March 17, 2025 Craig Lott

Strategic Antimicrobial Approaches for Cleaner Facilities

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

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Hygieia Webinar
March 10, 2025

How Women Are Redefining Leadership in Facility Solutions

During a recent webinar five accomplished women shared their journeys, the obstacles they’ve overcome, and the lessons they’ve learned.

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Flush Out Facility Hazards
February 20, 2025 Ryan Pfund

Flush Out Facility Hazards

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

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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Streamline Cleaning Protocols for Better Healthcare Facility Outcomes
February 7, 2025 Holly Montejano & Julie Nakos

Streamline Cleaning Protocols for Better Healthcare Facility Outcomes

Surface disinfection is a crucial component of infection prevention in community and healthcare environments, ranging from acute to nonacute care settings.

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Cleaning Techniques to Stop the Spread of Norovirus
January 28, 2025 Dr. Gavin Macgregor-Skinner

Cleaning Techniques to Stop the Spread of Norovirus

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

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flooding, workplace flooding, flooding safety
January 14, 2025 Kelly MacMillan-Versluis

Botanical Solutions for Effective Disaster Remediation

Proper water cleanup and mold prevention techniques are required to mitigate mold growth, contamination, and the associated health risks.

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school, classroom
January 9, 2025 Ramiro Álvarez

Disinfection and Hygiene in Schools

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.

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Measuring Cleaning Performance Like an Athlete
December 19, 2024 Allen P. Rathey

Measuring Cleaning Performance Like an Athlete

Like referees measuring and assessing athletes’ performance, cleaning managers and customers judge, measure, and evaluate cleaning performance based on a scope of work.

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Enhance Building Performance and Occupant Well-Being With Optimal Humidity Levels
December 11, 2024 Emily Newton

Enhance Building Performance and Occupant Well-Being With Optimal Humidity Levels

Experts have long recommended maintaining indoor relative humidity between 40% to 60%. However, research shows commercial buildings’ levels often fall somewhere outside of this range.

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Steps to Success on the Journey to Zero Waste
December 9, 2024 Josh Bradley & Andrea Rossitter

Steps to Success on the Journey to Zero Waste

Zero waste programs encourage thoughtful waste management, with the ultimate goal of keeping resources in circulation for as long as possible.

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LEED v5 Promotes Water Efficiency
December 4, 2024 Klaus Reichardt

LEED v5 Promotes Water Efficiency

The USGBC encourages facility managers to view water efficiency measures as investments, not costs. These investments will not only reduce water consumption, but also lower overall facility and business costs.

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Sustainable Approaches for Managing Construction and Demolition Waste
November 20, 2024 Marie Wickham

Sustainable Approaches for Managing Construction and Demolition Waste

Each year, the United States sees an estimated 600 million tons of waste from construction and demolition activities.

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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

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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