Welcome to the latest ISSA Legislative & Regulatory Update, a biweekly roundup of the public-policy issues currently impacting the full cleaning supply chain. This update touches on a state of California committee passing a 2,000 square feet production-rate bill, cutting PFAS from U.S. government-custodial contracts, ISSA honoring its 2024 Advocates of the Year, and more. ...
Highlights of ISSA's fourth annual 2024 Clean Advocacy Summit.
Imperial Dade will host its annual Innovations Expo on June 26, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PT, at the Hilton Anaheim in Anaheim, California. The theme of Imperial Dade’s expo this year is Hands On: See, Touch, Experience. Attendees will have the chance to see the latest in foodservice packaging, janitorial supplies, floor equipment, industrial ...
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has issued a final rule banning noncompete clauses nationwide. Under the FTC’s new rule, existing noncompetes for the vast majority of workers will no longer be enforceable after the rule’s effective date, which is 120 days after its publication in the Federal Register. Existing noncompetes for senior executives—less than 0.75% ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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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