Maintenance
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.
Pest management strategies for reopening buildings
Recognizing the signs of a pest infestation and knowing how to prevent them in the future should be at the top of every building operator's reopening plan.
Reopening buildings face bacteria, corrosion issues
As buildings are reopened, inactive plumbing lines may cause bacteria and corrosion problems that lead to additional issues beyond the spread of coronavirus.
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.
New ASHRAE handbook highlights systems, equipment
The 2020 ASHRAE handbook has been reviewed by subject matter experts to ensure they reflect current technologies and practices.
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.
Saskatchewan health facility projects receive $17.8M investment
Saskatchewan health facility projects, including those for maintenance and upgrade projects, have received a $17.8 million investment from the government.
Saskatchewan invests $80M in construction, renewal of long-term care facilities
The government of Saskatchewan is investing more than $80 million into its long-term care facilities, including $7.2 million for maintenance projects.
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.
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.
Survival prospects upbeat for living walls
Like humans, living walls might be overdue for a trim, but few are imperilled in the now largely empty surroundings of commercial and institutional buildings.
Technology gets smart about waste management
Waste equipment and services that can process and organize vast amounts of data help inform sustainable practices throughout the facility.
ISSA standard instructs school cleaning practices
The goal of the standard is to provide schools with a tool that will help them measure and monitor the effectiveness of the cleaning processes.
Helping rubber floors bounce back
Rubber floors require specialized care to keep them looking and performing at their best. In fact, maintenance requirements are often underestimated.
Steps for conducting a green cleaning audit
A green cleaning program is about more than simply using ‘green’ products.
Spotting irrigation system problems early
Regularly inspecting the irrigation system and making any necessary fixes or upgrades is the best way to ensure as little water is being used.
Some disinfectants safer than others
The list of active ingredients used in disinfectants is lengthy and full of trade-offs.






