Cleaning
An evidence-based look at the paper towel versus air dryer debate
Are paper towels the top choice for preventing the spread of coronavirus?
Cannabis production environment key to creating healthy inventory
Proper cleaning of cannabis production facilities may be the unsung hero of the industry and the difference between a healthy market and a lagging one.
USGBC develops COVID-focused LEED credit
The USGBC's new pilot credit in the LEED green building rating system supports building operators as they respond to the COVID-19 outbreak.
EPA issues advisory on disinfectant claims
An EPA advisory notes some disinfectant products include unapproved claims regarding SARS-CoV-2, the strain of coronavirus that causes COVID-19.
GBAC STAR accreditation to steer reopenings
The new GBAC STAR accreditation program is taking the complication and uncertainty out of reopening large Canadian commercial facilities.
Cleaning tax credit proposed for U.S. businesses
The cleaning tax credit would allow businesses to expense equipment, staff training, PPE, and other related products until the end of March 2021.
Simple ways to improve washroom cleanliness
A few easy steps can encourage hand washing and a healthier, safer, and cleaner commercial washroom for staff and guests.
Majority of U.S. businesses plan to increase cleaning frequency
An OpenWorks survey found 83 per cent of business leaders believe they will likely increase cleaning frequency in their facilities upon reopening.
VIDEO: The impact of COVID-19 on real estate operations and building cleaning
Missed our May 20 webinar on the wide-ranging impact of COVID-19 and its influence on cleaning protocols? It’s not too late to learn from our
Why your locker room flooring needs teeth
Both the type of locker room floor you choose and the way you choose to clean it can mean the difference between safe users and a slip and fall disaster.
The new normal of building cleaning
How COVID-19 has impacted real estate operations and building cleaning, and what can be learned from our experience so far.
Rigorous cleaning protocols now big safety priority
Cleaning has taken on a new meaning since the words coronavirus and COVID-19 became part of our daily language. But precisely how have cleaning protocols changed?
Technology gets smart about waste management
Waste equipment and services that can process and organize vast amounts of data help inform sustainable practices throughout the facility.
IES releases free report on GUV disinfection
The Illuminating Engineering Society has released a report explaining germicidal ultraviolet (GUV) disinfection and its potential to safely reduce the transmission of COVID-19, in response to a wave of conflicting statements and opinions on the topic.
ISSA standard instructs school cleaning practices
The goal of the standard is to provide schools with a tool that will help them measure and monitor the effectiveness of the cleaning processes.
Helping rubber floors bounce back
Rubber floors require specialized care to keep them looking and performing at their best. In fact, maintenance requirements are often underestimated.
Steps for conducting a green cleaning audit
A green cleaning program is about more than simply using ‘green’ products.
