Health & Safety
Grease and degreasers: what you need to know
Most commercial kitchens share one thing in common: grease. That poses several risks.
The germ hotspots to watch this travel season
Summer 2022 is expected to be a busy travel and tourism season, but that brings with it risks. It's vital to identify the germ hotspots.
Creating a safe haven in clean schools
Traditionally, schools maintained their own janitorial staff on-site, but this is no longer optimal in many cases.
The abuse of disinfection: Why zeal can be as harmful as negligence
Disinfection is vital, but being over-zealous can hinder rather than help.
Fighting off flea infestations
Flea invasions must be addressed because they are more than just a nuisance.
The essentials of facility spring cleaning
ServiceMaster Clean outlines several tips for building an effective spring cleaning procedure.
Ventilation has become a recognized priority for infection control
Experts say controlling air quality and flow will be key to the fight against future viruses.
Safely using UV-C light to disinfect indoor spaces
Historically, there have been two strategies to address the safety concerns with using UV-C light to disinfect air in occupied spaces.
Not changing mop water can be deadly
Failure to change mop water, use of over-diluted solutions & use of contaminated water to dilute concentrated solutions can have dire effects.
Norovirus threat grows as COVID-19 restrictions wane
Norovirus infections appear to be rising in recent weeks amid loosened health restrictions.
Why clean indoor air must be made a priority
Keeping in mind the tangible benefits of ensuring clean indoor air in your facility is crucial to providing a safer and cleaner environment.
Cleaning is caring — it’s not rocket science
As restrictions lift and foot traffic increases, the American Cleaning Institute’s Brian Sansoni says it’s time to go back to basics.
What people want from public washrooms in 2022
Bradley Corp. identified five key trends currently being seen around washroom hygiene.
How aerosolized hydrogen peroxide can help reduce hospital infections
Adding a touchless aHP disinfection system can result in a significant and sustained reduction in CDI rates.
The importance of professional service providers
Outsourcing can help meet heightened expectations of cleanliness by creating a reliable supply chain and instilling confidence.
Swabbing floors to detect COVID-19 could be useful indicator of spread
Floors can be tested to predict the level of COVID-19 in an environment.
4 steps for proactive cleaning
The secret to reopening – and staying that way – is a proactive, hands-on approach






















