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UV-C light

Safely using UV-C light to disinfect indoor spaces

Historically, there have been two strategies to address the safety concerns with using UV-C light to disinfect air in occupied spaces.
OSHA

OSHA boosts heat protection for workers

The new National Emphasis Program protects workers from heat illness and injuries.
labour shortage

Supercharging FM teams during a labour shortage

How do you keep your FM team engaged and committed amidst a labour shortage when other companies are actively recruiting qualified candidates to join their workforce and leaving gaps in your FM operations?
cleaning

Cleaning is caring — it’s not rocket science

As restrictions lift and foot traffic increases, the American Cleaning Institute’s Brian Sansoni says it’s time to go back to basics.
burnout

6 ways to help workers recover from COVID-19 burnout

What can facility managers or janitorial service providers do to help employees recover from COVID-related burnout?
maintenance and repair

Cases shed light on maintenance and repair obligations in condos

Maintenance and repair obligations of both owners and condo corporations are defined in the Condominium Act, which sets out the minimum default obligations. T
risk management

Developing an asset approach to risk management

The facilities management industry has experienced numerous building science innovations, but risk management programs are still lacking.
aerosolized hydrogen peroxide

How aerosolized hydrogen peroxide can help reduce hospital infections

Adding a touchless aHP disinfection system can result in a significant and sustained reduction in CDI rates.
proactive cleaning

4 steps for proactive cleaning

The secret to reopening – and staying that way – is a proactive, hands-on approach
CIMS

Canadian companies earn CIMS certification

CIMS is the first consensus-based management standard that outlines the primary characteristics of a successful, quality cleaning organization.
pandemic

Preparing for another pandemic

As we look ahead to our future, cleaning companies must be prepared and ready to respond when the next pandemic emerges.
office

The new commercial office takes shape

Facility managers and BSCs are reassessing how they maintain safe office environments. Keeping best practices in mind is vital.
GBAC

GBAC publishes IAQ infection prevention strategy paper

The paper addresses several strategies for improving indoor air quality in facilities such as schools, restaurants, convention centres & gyms.
indoor air quality

Know your way around indoor air quality improvement

Controlling indoor air quality is vital to reducing infection risk and improving health and safety in any facility.
IAQ

Home owners and builders lack awareness of IAQ health risks

After exposure to scientific findings, the number of homeowners who viewed their homes as somewhat or very unhealthy more than tripled.
cleaning lessons

COVID-19 cleaning lessons: In with the new, stick with the old

Old and proven lessons must be adhered to more strictly than before.
employee engagment

Reducing talent shortages and employee churn

Many industries are experiencing shortages due to the pandemic. However, as we see the situation change to an endemic, the staff lost through layoffs and shutdowns may no longer be waiting in the wings. Now is the time to look at talent recruitment and the technology that can make the process easier.