Hygiene
Cleaning for health in the year 2020
Cleaning for health: This is the motto that the American Cleaning Institute has pounded out for several decades, practically since its foundation in 1926. This
How facility managers can secure a new standard of hygiene
It’s time to get back to business safely and responsibly. Part of this responsibility is practicing good hygiene, which has never been more critical. The
Cleaning vs. Disinfecting: Seeing the “bigger picture”
A.M.G. Medical's Melissa Balinsky explains the key differences in cleaning vs. disinfecting and how both practices can meet new standards.
How will campuses change because of COVID-19?
Colleges and universities are questioning how much space will be needed in the future campus, how it will be operated, and how to make our built environment more healthy, sustainable and resilient.
Major League Baseball partners with Lysol for cleaner stadiums
The MLB Lysol partnership will involve utilizing microbiologists and germ-kill experts to boost ongoing disinfection practices in ballparks.
The science behind contaminant vapour barrier systems
REGENESIS CEO Scott Wilson spotlights how contaminant vapour barriers work to offer much safer and healthier built environments.
Productivity cannot be forced
As the second wave of COVID-19 hits, building managers have a responsibility to provide a safe environment for their clients and tenants.
Paper product dispensers: Which one is right for your restroom?
One of the most common complaints about buildings relates to the upkeep of restrooms. Research shows that restroom cleanliness affects a company’s bottom line, as
Microfibre mops: A laundry list of questions
Effective cleaning of high-touch surfaces and floors in healthcare facilities requires proper cleaning tools like microfibre mops.
Meat processing facilities face unique disinfection challenges
A new guide helps meat processing operators improve facility hygiene and prevent potential fines, shutdowns, and labour shortages.
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.
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.
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?
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.






