Hygiene
Protect occupants from a winter flu resurgence
Flu was almost non-existent last winter due to lockdowns and health measures, but experts warn it may return with a vengeance this winter.
GBAC STAR launches Destination program
The program allows municipalities, tourism bureaus, and destination marketing organizations to demonstrate dedication to building healthier, safer, and more confident communities.
Tips to prevent COVID-19 transmission in sport and recreation facilities
It is crucial to evaluate the environment of these facilties and implement measures that mitigate the risk of transmission.
Getting UV-C air purifier placement right
UV-C air purifiers are often installed correctly, and this can reduce their effectiveness by as much as 50%.
Office workers taking precautions action as COVID-19 concerns persist
Employees are taking more COVID-19 precautions and changing their workplace habits as concerns begin to mount again.
Fighting germs in the era of shared workspaces
The challenges of keeping offices clean and hygienic have intensified due to the booming pandemic popularity of co-working spaces.
5 steps to safer & healthier entertainment venues
As live sports and entertainment return, managers of venues are faced with an assortment of safety and cleanliness challenges.
8 things to know about ATP monitors
Hygienic cleaning not only removes pathogens but proves it, and the most scientific way to do that is by the proper use of ATP monitors.
Consumers are still wild about disinfecting wipes
An American Cleaning Institute survey found that the pandemic-heightened demand for wipes is expected to last.
Air purifiers often add to indoor air pollution
A new expert study found that many commercial electronic air cleaners actually release aerosols and other pollutants into buildings.
One year on: Keeping facilities clean & safe
Key considerations for cleaning commercial workspaces in a post-COVID-19 world.
Yorkdale becomes first Canadian retail centre to achieve GBAC STAR accreditation
Yorkdale is the latest Canadian facility to achieve the certification, which indicates that best infection prevention practices are in place.
Silver foil can affect risk of infection in hospitals
Researchers found the risk of contamination on foil-covered high-touch surfaces was significantly lower.
Help mitigate spread of illness in workplaces
Now that most places are returning to work and removing social distancing protocols, it’s important to stay on top of facility cleanliness.
Debunking the immunity myth around cleaning
There's an established theory that over-enthusiastic cleaning can weaken immune systems, particularly those of children.
Improving disinfection in four steps
Veteran cleaning company Pegasus recently introduced a multi-step program to create and maintain healthy and safe environments.
Protecting maintenance workers in extreme heat
Extreme summer heat provides numerous challenges, but not least is the difficulty of keeping outdoor maintenance workers safe.






















