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The Missing Step in Handwashing
October 1, 2024 Ronnie Phillips

The Missing Step in Handwashing

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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2024 Sees Rise of New and Improved PPE Industry
September 24, 2024 Ryan Kupperman

2024 Sees Rise of New and Improved PPE Industry

Increased demand for PPE is largely being driven by growing worker safety awareness, as well as a surge in demand in the healthcare, military, and law enforcement sectors following the COVID-19 pandemic—particularly for equipment such as masks, gloves, and gowns.

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Conquer Dust With Regular Cleaning
September 10, 2024 Carlos Albir Jr.

Conquer Dust With Regular Cleaning

Keeping up with dust removal is essential for protecting the health of facility occupants and the reputation of your business.

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Health First—Cleaning for Health Versus Appearance and Smell
August 9, 2024

Health First—Cleaning for Health Versus Appearance and Smell

Health First, a free webinar presented by Cleaning & Maintenance Management, provides strategies for starting—or enhancing—a cleaning for health program.

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The Faces of Healthcare and Hospitality
June 19, 2024

The Faces of Healthcare and Hospitality

Isaac Johnson, Aramark Healthcare+ vice president of operations, explains the importance of environmental services (EVS) and housekeeping to the overall environment and care of a hospital.

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Worker Safety Is Not a Given
June 3, 2024 Robert Kravitz

Worker Safety Is Not a Given

Cleaning workers risk exposure to biohazards and chemical hazards, as well as physical injuries from daily vacuuming, repetitive motions, frequent bending, and prolonged standing. 

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Summertime Is Pest Prevention Time
May 31, 2024 Jennifer Brumfield

Summertime Is Pest Prevention Time

In addition to putting your building occupants and company reputation at risk, pests can cause structural damage.

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A Primer on Healthy Cleaning Chemicals
May 14, 2024 Dr. Gavin Macgregor-Skinner

A Primer on Healthy Cleaning Chemicals

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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A Guide to Safe Pool Water Quality
May 8, 2024 Austin Gardiner

A Guide to Safe Pool Water Quality

Achieving crystal-clear pool water is an intricate dance of diligence, technology, and science, with custodial professionals engaged in an ongoing battle against contaminants.

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Air Quality 2.0—Shaping IAQ Now and Into the Future
April 17, 2024

Air Quality 2.0—Shaping IAQ Now and Into the Future

Industry experts discuss the current and future state of indoor air quality, including technology to improve it, in this one-hour, fast-paced webinar, perfect for anyone involved in facility cleaning and maintenance.

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Facility Health and Infection Prevention Roundup
March 25, 2024

Facility Health and Infection Prevention Roundup

Learn about webinars, courses, and events offered by ISSA and the Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC), a Division of ISSA.

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Lock in Safety
February 13, 2024 Kathleen Misovic

Lock in Safety

If your cleaning crews are servicing manufacturing areas with machinery that can emit hazardous energy, they need to protect themselves against the accidental release of energy. 

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Think Before You Disinfect
January 31, 2024 Kathleen Misovic

Think Before You Disinfect

The solution for ensuring high-touch surfaces are as clean as they look is proper disinfection. Consider both active and inactive ingredients when choosing a disinfecting product.

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toxic chemicals, toxic cleaning products
January 29, 2024 Tyler Williams

Be Aware of VOCs in Cleaning Products

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) lurk in thousands of common household and personal care products—especially cleaning products and disinfectants.

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The Lowdown on Hospital Backup Generators
December 18, 2023 Kate Leffers

The Lowdown on Hospital Backup Generators

Backup generators are essential for hospitals, as they face a critical demand for a constant and robust power supply.

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college students, college germs
November 30, 2023 Patricia LaCroix & Kathleen Misovic

Failing Cleanliness Grades on College Campuses

Although almost half of college students reported being hyperconscious of germs, the cleanliness of their college campus may not meet their expectations.

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