You never know when disaster will strike. With another hurricane season already upon us, it’s crucial to have a plan, stay informed, and be ready to protect your business and employees. A little planning now can save you time, money, and devastation later. Identify the threats What kind of natural disasters are possible where your ...
Every year, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) becomes more of a threat to global public health. As such, one might expect there already to be a handful of solutions backed by government initiatives along with global health strategies and interventions. This, however, is not the case. As the prevalence of AMR and its associated morbidity rates increase ...
The coronavirus pandemic has brought about a new standard for facility hygiene. As the world recovers, businesses need to protect staff and customers during and after reopening. Building service contractors (BSCs) and facility managers should review current practices, products, and tools. Before implementing new processes, review your hygiene standards with industry experts who can help ...
Following the challenges of working during the COVID-19 pandemic and adapting to a changed work environment, many professionals, especially in the cleaning industry, are likely feeling drained or experiencing burnout from the past year. Companies can foster a culture of employee recognition to improve morale and show employees that their hard work and dedication have ...
Tips for cleaning for infection prevention
Seventh Generation. This company takes its name from the Great Law of the Iroquois Confederacy that states, “In our every deliberation, we must consider the impact of our decisions on the next seven generations.” Seventh Generation truly strives to live up to that name in every way. What is their mission? To help transform the ...
As of May 2021, we seem to be inching our way out of the COVID-19 pandemic. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has announced that those fully vaccinated no longer need to wear masks outside or inside, in most situations. Many of us are feeling some relief. We know that with the pandemic ...
Service workers are leaving their jobs at one of the fastest rates that we have ever seen. The new workforce is hard to find. More importantly, when you find them, how do you keep them? To identify the proper way to retain your employees and give reason for new ones to join your company, we ...
It is every individual’s responsibility to ensure cleaning and disinfecting of surfaces that are touched often (also called high-touch surfaces) are done effectively. This will decrease the risk of transmission of germs (bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa) that cause infectious diseases. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has published a resource entitled Core ...
No doubt, as we emerge from the storm, there is a new elevated sense of importance around cleaning and its effects on human health and wellness. We are excited to announce that ISSA Show North America 2021 will be returning to Las Vegas, November 15—18, 2021, in the brand-new West Hall at the Las Vegas ...
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