Health & Safety
Facility hygiene and preventing the spread of germs
Reinforcing proper hygiene practices and managing the perceptions of visitors and employees can help minimize the spread of germs within a facility.
Cleaning program, product analysis imperative post-COVID
A new white paper predicts cleaning program analysis will be of greater importance post-COVID-19, both for cleaning professionals and C-suite executives.
HRAI develops COVID-19 awareness training program
HRAI is developing a COVID-19 training program for residential applications with the potential to expand into small commercial and ICI sectors.
ANSI Standards for UV-C devices under development
The first ANSI Standards for ultraviolet C-band (UV-C) device performance are expected to be published before the end of the year.
The shift from facility cleaning to facility disinfection
Educating the public on the differences between cleaning and disinfecting is becoming increasingly important to businesses in the facility cleaning sector.
Summer ideal for generator safety refresh
Following manufacturer guidelines and using the right fuel are just two of the summertime generator safety tips provided by OPEI.
ISSA Canada BSC Council champions industry education
ISSA Canada and its BSC council will continue to develop new education programming and provide educational offerings that are of interest to this sector.
Digital management system improves cleaning program compliance
Bunzl Canada explains the benefits behind WandaMOBILE, a new technology that allows workers to monitor in-house cleaning program compliance.
An evidence-based look at the paper towel versus air dryer debate
Are paper towels the top choice for preventing the spread of coronavirus?
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.






