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TCE

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

The EPA bans TCE and PCE, commonly used in commercial applications

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized the latest risk management rules for trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE) under the bipartisan 2016 Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) amendments, marking another
loading dock

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

Increasing safety on your loading dock

Is your loading dock as safe as it can be? Studies show that 25 per cent of warehouse injuries occur on loading docks, so that’s
company culture

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

Creating a positive company culture for cleaners

Today’s commercial cleaning industry, like so many others, is experiencing a shift in labour, with evolving needs, changing practices, and a focus on company culture.
greenwashing

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

Addressing the challenges with greenwashing

The importance of reading labels, using proper dilution, and addressing the challenges with greenwashing in the commercial cleaning industry are all crucial for educating both
matting

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

Winter matting keeps buildings safe and clean

Winter is coming, and facility managers, whether commercial, residential or institutional, know that carpets are a key factor in keeping premises clean and safe for
stantec CCE

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

ISSA announces honourees for the 2024 Achievement Awards

The annual awards program recognizes cleaning and facility solutions industry professionals who are committed to driving the industry forward through their positive contributions in their
facility

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

Prepare your facility for holiday crowds

As the holidays approach, many businesses are gearing up for a surge in foot traffic and that means more attention and labour will be needed
commercial floors

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

Maintaining your commercial floors

Winter brings a wonderland of snow and ice, but it also ushers in a host of challenges for maintaining commercial floors. From the slushy mess
cleaning

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

What’s in your cleaning products?

The cleaning industry plays a vital role in maintaining health and safety, ensuring that workplaces, public spaces, and homes are free from harmful pathogens and
windows

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

Keeping your windows clean

Letting in natural light becomes even more important through the winter months when the days are colder and the daylight hours are diminished. Keeping your
v5

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

LEED v5: A step backwards turns into a step forward

Many cleaning contractors know that LEED-EB v5 (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design-Existing Buildings version 5) has been in the news lately, especially in publications
workwear

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

Durable workwear supports facility cleaning teams

Cleaning teams responsible for the upkeep of high-use facilities have a monumental responsibility — keeping facilities spotless despite heavy foot traffic, dirt, germs, and debris.
Sumit and Geetika

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

Growing together

Today’s commercial cleaning landscape continues to be challenged by labour shortages, supply chain disruption, and rising costs, along with lower levels of employee retention, pressure
sustainable cleaning

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

Sustainable commercial cleaning practices

The growing awareness of environmental issues and the desire for healthier workplaces are responsible for a significant shift in the commercial cleaning industry. Sustainable cleaning
content

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

Posting content to boost your business

Social media has made its way into mainstream marketing, but do you know how to get the most out of social media to help grow
emerging leaders

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

ISSA celebrates inaugural class of emerging leaders

ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, is proud to announce the inaugural class of ISSA Emerging Leaders for 2024. This prestigious group of 30 industry
project management

Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

Mastering project management in commercial cleaning and maintenance

As a new business owner or entrepreneur in the commercial cleaning and maintenance industry, you’re likely juggling multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. Effective project management