2018 has been a fantastic year for the custodial services industry, with an increasing focus on cleaning for health, as well as personal hand hygiene.
2018 Custodial Services Year in Review
2018 was witness to tragedy and success.
The deaths of several children due to adenovirus outbreaks in medical care and education facilities underscored the importance of ongoing and high-quality clean for health first practices.
Data center cleaning services require adherence to strict security background checks, specialized training to avoid damaging sensitive equipment, and the proper tools necessary for sanitizing a high-performance electronic environment.
Data Center Cleaning Services
As an IT manager or data center administrator, the last thing in the world that you want is someone poking around your server room.
Even with a flu shot, proper hand hygiene can stop the spread of influenza to others, as well as other germs and bacteria to yourself.
High-Quality Hand Hygiene for a Happy Holiday
The holiday season is here, and many families and business travelers will be traversing the globe--traveling from airport terminal and hub to their final destinations.
Staying healthy at work is good for everyone--here's how!
How to Stay Healthy at Work
Staying healthy at work during the cold and flu season is vital for our personal health and safety, as well as crucial for businesses who lose an estimated $230 Billion dollars every year due to lost productivity associated with employee sick leave.
Studies have shown the impact that cluttered and unclean offices have on the cognitive functions and performance of workers, as well as the general impression of occupants and management on the part of facility guests, other workers, and prospective customers.
Untreated mold buildup in occupied facilities can lead to illness and death if not addressed promptly, as demonstrated by the recent series of adenovirus deaths.
The Devastating Effect of Mold Infestations
Recently, tragically, a mold infestation at the University of Maryland has led to the death of one 18-year-old student, with five others testing positive for the illness.
Switching to environmentally friendly janitorial services and cleaning products is a proven method of saving money for schools and businesses.
Maximizing Profits With Environmentally Friendly Janitorial Services
Over the course of the last two decades, studies into the practical implementation of environmentally friendly cleaning products and services, as well as green or eco-conscious, show high-performance facilities have demonstrated a decrease in costs alongside an improvement in occupant health.
Cleaning up after well deserved and festive office parties can and should be a breeze by following these simple tips.
Cleaning Tips for Office Holiday Parties
The holiday season is upon us, and that means office parties are right around the corner, which means your office is likely to get a little messy before the party is over.
The cleaning industry possesses an appallingly high turnover ratio that negatively impacts the health, safety, and performance of offices and office workers alike.
Confronting the Challenge of High Turnover in the Cleaning Services Industry
The turnover rate amongst cleaning industry workers is disturbing, almost comically enormous, with typical estimates averaging between 200% to 400% annually, costing businesses hundreds of thousands of dollars in wasted training and onboarding costs.
Light switches--their appearance benign, but what is hiding where the eye cannot see?
Light Switches--Filthier Than a Toilet Seat
Light switches-- well-known harborers of germs and bacteria--are one of the filthiest surfaces in homes, schools, and offices.