Government Facility Cleaning

DOL Finalizes Overtime Rule

By |2024-04-23T21:24:52-05:00April 23, 2024|

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has issued a final rule that alters the overtime regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act. According to a DOL press release, updated rule includes two-tiered increases to the minimum salary threshold and the threshold for highly compensated employees (HCE) as well as automatic updates to both thresholds. The ...

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WHO Details New Terms for Germs That Transmit Through the Air

By |2024-04-22T15:56:31-05:00April 22, 2024|

Last week, the World Health Organization (WHO) released new definitions for infectious respiratory germs that are applicable for the cleaning industry. The pathogens covered include those that cause respiratory infections, e.g., COVID-19, influenza, measles, Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS), severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), and tuberculosis, among others. The publication, titled Global Technical Consultation Report on Proposed Terminology for Pathogens that Transmit Through the Air, is the result of ...

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California Committee Passes 2,000 Square Feet Production-Rate Bill

By |2024-09-04T16:21:45-05:00April 18, 2024|

On April 17, 2024, California Assembly Bill 2364 passed the state’s Labor and Employment Committee. This bill would impose production-rate limits for workers of an average of 2,000 square feet per hour during a shift and increase the costs of mandatory harassment-training programs for all cleaning service employers in the state of California. The production rate ...

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Registration Now Open for 2024 Business Growth Strategies Conference

By |2024-04-18T15:00:14-05:00April 18, 2024|

Registration is now open for the 2024 Business Growth Strategies Conference. Hosted by ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, this year’s conference takes place June 11-13, 2024, at ISSA’s headquarters in Rosemont, Ill. This exclusive three-day event is designed to help building service contractors, residential cleaning companies, and restoration companies become more efficient operationally, grow ...

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Use Smart Sales Strategies

By |2024-04-24T17:45:05-05:00April 17, 2024|

Commercial floor care is a lucrative niche requiring more than technical skills. It also demands a smart sales strategy that sets you apart. Whether you specialize in carpet, hard floors, or both, you must know how to target, connect, and impress your prospects. There are many intricacies to targeting commercial cleaning prospects for carpet and ...

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ABCO Offers Tips for Celebrating Earth Day

By |2024-04-16T19:25:54-05:00April 16, 2024|

In recognition of Earth Day, which takes place April 22, ABCO Products Corp. has shared a series of tips for facilities on how they can boost sustainability and help support the planet. ABCO’s suggestions include: Promote waste reduction and recycling. Implementing a waste reduction program can help decrease the amount of waste sent to landfills, lowering greenhouse gas ...

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Cleaning for Health: Measuring Cleanliness

By |2024-04-24T17:46:21-05:00April 15, 2024|

In today’s fast-paced world, where health and safety have taken center stage, the significance of maintaining a clean and safe environment cannot be overstated. Among the most effective ways to ensure this is by measuring surface cleanliness, monitoring indoor air quality, and adequately storing chemicals and cleaning products. These practices are not just about maintaining ...

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ISSA Honors 2024 Advocates of the Year

By |2024-04-23T14:29:58-05:00April 12, 2024|

ISSA is proud to announce the recipients of the third annual ISSA Advocate of the Year Awards. The awards were presented at the association’s 2024 Clean Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C., earlier this week. Award recipients were selected by ISSA with input from its Government Affairs Advisory Committee. The recipients of this year’s awards are Keith ...

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Deadline Extended for ISSA Scholars 2024-2025 Applications

By |2024-04-12T20:28:45-05:00April 12, 2024|

ISSA Scholars, an ISSA Charities™ signature program, has extended the deadline for scholarship applications for the 2024-2025 academic year. Employees of all ISSA member companies and their families are encouraged to apply now through April 30. On an annual basis, ISSA Scholars awards scholarships to students who showcase outstanding academic and leadership qualities. These scholarships serve ...

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Register for the FREE LEED v5 Webinar & Submit Your Comments to USGBC

By |2024-04-12T20:27:25-05:00April 12, 2024|

ISSA is offering a complimentary webinar—Proposed LEED V5 Revisions: Industry Setbacks & How You Can Take Action—taking place April 22 at 12:00 p.m. CT. Earlier this month, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) began seeking feedback regarding the next version (v5) of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program. In this FREE one-hour webinar, ...

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