As facilities evolve and become more high tech, new systems have developed to help improve efficiency - especially when it comes to cleaning schedules.

Copper alloys used more in hospitals to help fight health-care acquired infections, aren’t as prevalent in non-traditional spaces where germs also spread.

The decreasing costs of sensors means the Internet of Things is rapidly moving into new areas of commercial properties, such as waste management.

Facilities still contain built-in materials that were exposed to rain and snow in the construction or renovation process, leading to the presence of mould.

New UV-C Disinfection technologies are being implemented across the globe in an attempt to eliminate harmful microorganisms before they reach patients.

Canada’s growing cities are fueling pesticide resistance as rodents, bed bugs and cockroaches better adapt to human environments.

A hotel housekeeper in Canada is estimated to assume 8,000 different body postures every shift. Repetitive motion injuries are common.

Health officials won’t quite know what to expect until later this fall, but facilities should still brace themselves no matter what flu strain will spread.

Summer-like conditions this past September and now October may contribute to higher rodent activity in the fall season.

When educating children and young adults about good hand hygiene practices, it’s important to implement the right handwashing practices.

Infection prevention and control, while taken seriously in healthcare settings, isn’t always a priority in educational facilities.

With the right strategy in place, hotels can put out the “no vacancy” sign for pests and help ensure guests have a pleasant stay.

Staff continue to face challenges with cleaning, disinfecting and infection control because purchase items often don’t meet PIDAC best practices.

To avoid negative publicity, it’s important to be aware of the dirtiest pests that are the greatest risk to your restaurant area.

Cleaning healthcare facilities presents a unique challenges due to the presence of pathogens that require a higher cleaning protocol.

Workers in cold environments are at high risk of experiencing severe skin dryness, which is a serious issue often overlooked.