Health & Safety
Preventing occupational disease when working with chemicals
When chemicals are used, stored, or generated in the workplace, there are unique hazards.
The health of your building matters
A new report from CfAD, in collaboration with QuadReal Property Group, points to the positive ways healthy building strategies can drive value in real estate.
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.
Healthcare facilities know they lack in environmental hygiene
A study found 98% of healthcare facilities surveyed are not meeting the full HEH guidelines offered by the World Health Organization.
The future of water in buildings is smart
Water creates levels of risk throughout all stages of a building’s life cycle and is a major cause of loss during and after construction.
ISSA, IWBI form new coalition for workplace health and safety
The new coalition aims to help businesses and organizations better afford and implement health and safety improvements in workplaces.
Execs identify office cleaning as most important incentive to workers
C-suite executives recognize that ensuring adequate office cleaning is vital to workers' willingness to return to the workplace.
Inconvenience largely to blame for lack of hand hygiene
A recent GP PRO study found five factors related to inconvenience prevent healthcare workers from following protocols.
How to ensure safe work in a confined space
Knowing how to mitigate the risks involved in working in a confined space is vital.
Don’t rely on social media for cleaning product storage tips
The American Cleaning Institute is calling for social media platforms to stop the spread of unsafe trends.
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.
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.
Five tips for safe and effective disinfecting
With the worst of the pandemic hopefully in the rearview for good, cleaning professionals are re-evaluating what they have done right.






















