Public Spaces
Saskatoon’s TCU Place achieves GBAC STAR facility accreditation
The convention centre had previously committed to the accreditation in the second half of 2020.
Airline cleaning methods can be effective elsewhere during COVID-19
New and enhanced airline cleaning and disinfection has been tested with a focus on infection control, and the results have been positive.
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.
ISSA’s GBAC STAR accreditation success is a sign of a cleaner world
The GBAC STAR accreditation was only launched in spring but has already seen huge uptake from facilities around the world.
75% of Canadians now more likely to wash their hands before leaving a washroom: study
In a recent global study, Dyson looked at how attitudes towards public washrooms and general hand hygiene have changed during COVID-19.
Public restroom cleanliness: a great source of concern
These days, the cleanliness of public restrooms will help convince people that it is safe to return to public spaces.
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.
An evidence-based look at the paper towel versus air dryer debate
Are paper towels the top choice for preventing the spread of coronavirus?
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.
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.
Selecting the best e-training technology
E-learning systems are becoming a popular training option in the cleaning industry, but how do employers determine which is the best investment?
