Restrooms
When cleaning schedules don’t work
The importance of cleaning schedules in hospitals, office buildings, schools, and other public facilities is becoming increasingly obvious, especially as the world returns to work
The expanded role of restrooms in spending and operations
Touchless fixtures and proper placement of trash receptacles are among upgrades to restrooms that can drive customer spending.
An evidence-based look at the paper towel versus air dryer debate
Are paper towels the top choice for preventing the spread of coronavirus?
Simple ways to improve washroom cleanliness
A few easy steps can encourage hand washing and a healthier, safer, and cleaner commercial washroom for staff and guests.
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.
Steps for conducting a green cleaning audit
A green cleaning program is about more than simply using ‘green’ products.
Embracing smart tech to improve the washroom experience
The washroom is easily one of the most important areas in a high traffic facility. A top priority for facility managers and cleaning staff is overcoming large venue challenges in order to make the washroom experience better.
More hospitals introduce antimicrobial copper
Hospitals have a potent, new tool in their mission to improve patient health and safety. It also happens to be the one of the oldest metals known to man - copper.
Data-driven tech to upend restroom maintenance
As facilities evolve and become more high tech, new systems have developed to help improve efficiency - especially when it comes to cleaning schedules.
Smart tech enhances restroom maintenance
Intelligent new technology is revolutionizing restroom maintenance in Canada and improving overall user experience and satisfaction
Prepping for flu season with the value of cleaning
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.
Few wash hands properly in germy schools
When educating children and young adults about good hand hygiene practices, it’s important to implement the right handwashing practices.
Albion Library first with trans-friendly signage
The new Albion Library, opened earlier this summer, is the first of Toronto’s 102 branches to introduce gender-neutral washrooms.
Sensor solutions optimize washroom maintenance
While facility management already leverages technology extensively, innovations aren’t yet being used fully in washroom cleaning and maintenance.
Technological advances in cleaning audits
Facilities still don’t perform frequent quality cleaning audits to meet goals, but innovators are developing more accessible and cost-effective tools.
Planning green cleaning programs in schools
Educational facilities are embracing green cleaning programs, where such use is pertinent because children are more vulnerable to environmental exposures.








