Business Management
U of Manitoba begins largest accessibility audit
The University of Manitoba is currently undertaking the largest accessibility audit ever conducted in the province.
New technology advances safety management
Information technology is safety management, with rapid advances in cloud computing and data management technologies.
Existing asbestos stockpile raises concerns
Although Canada is finally banning asbestos-containing products for good by 2018, the government hasn’t yet clarified issues related to existing asbestos.
Social media tips for cleaning companies
Cleaning marketer and entrepreneur Lisa Macqueen recently offered advice on what cleaning companies need to be doing on social media.
Utility savings fund Saskatoon hospital upgrades
After completing significant hospital upgrades last year, Royal University Hospital is now doubling the expected savings from energy improvements.
Infection control downplayed in surface selection
Staff continue to face challenges with cleaning, disinfecting and infection control because purchase items often don’t meet PIDAC best practices.
Safeguarding vital building systems during floods
Protecting vital building systems that address comfort, usability, life safety, fire prevention and compliance with general occupancy requirements.
New AODA updates underscore maintenance
With 2017 underway, Ontario-based companies must now enact specific AODA requirements to ensure accessibility for employees and customers.
Rogers Place scores green, sets stadium standard
Opening a brand new facility is no easy feat, especially one like Rogers Place, the first LEED Silver-certified NHL facility in Canada.
Few women at top level of the cleaning industry
More work needs to be done to propel women into executive roles within the cleaning business and retain their talents, says a budding organization called
Technological advances in cleaning audits
Facilities still don’t perform frequent quality cleaning audits to meet goals, but innovators are developing more accessible and cost-effective tools.
Case clears air for more worker safety training
A recent court decision to fine a property maintenance company for not protecting employees reveals health and worker safety training is still lacking.
RFPs: The cost of outdated specs
What building owners and managers don’t know about the changing world of the professional cleaning industry may be costing them.






