Indoor air quality-washing refers to the practice of making misleading or exaggerated claims about the quality of indoor air or the effectiveness of products and services designed to improve indoor air quality (IAQ). Similar to greenwashing, IAQ washing aims to create a false sense of environmental responsibility or health benefits. So, how can IAQ washing ...
The adage “you can’t manage what you don’t measure” highlights the crucial role of data in effective decision-making. Earlier articles have emphasized the significance of a structured data infrastructure guided by the DIKW (data, information, knowledge, wisdom) framework. They outlined a comprehensive 10-step process to populate this framework. This article builds on those foundations, focusing ...
GBAC® STAR accreditation is a significant achievement for facilities. GBAC STAR facilities demonstrate their commitment to supporting a high-performance cleaning and maintenance program to maintain a hygienic indoor environment. Accredited facilities have knowledgeable cleaning professionals trained to uphold the highest health and safety standards. Managed by the Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC), a Division of ...
A strong working partnership between environmental service (EVS) directors and infection preventionists (IPs) is crucial to preventing the spread of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) in healthcare facilities. Although these roles differ in terms of expertise and responsibilities, they share several goals: To minimize the risk of infections Train staff on proper cleaning and disinfection techniques Ensure ...
Collaboration with Work on Climate will address the critical need for more green talent and provide resources for professionals 3M to emphasize importance of inspiring the workforce, closing the skills gap and developing a green economy talent pipeline during New York Climate Week events PAUL, Minn., Sept. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M is premiering a ...
Today, Sept. 18, as part of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s efforts to prevent pollution and empower people to find products with ingredients that are safer for public health and the environment, the agency launched an Outdoor Use Safer Choice label. This new label expands on EPA’s existing Safer Choice label and would identify outdoor ...
Universal Bathroom Cleaner Challenge Brief What we’re looking for We aim to make bathroom cleaning easier and simpler, so we want a cleaning agent that can do it all! We're looking for one product that can remove all stains and odors in the bathroom. Conventional cleaners usually tackle different jobs with different formulas: mold stains ...
William "Bill" Gradinger passed away peacefully in the morning hours of August 29th, 2024, at age of 80. He was born the eldest son to parents Harrison "Gale" Gradinger and Shirley Bell Saunders Gradinger in Pittsburg, KS on Sept. 27th, 1943. After he, his parents, and younger brother Rich moved to Kansas City, KS, Bill ...
ISSA Elects New 2025 Board Members ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, is pleased to announce the following individuals have been elected to serve on the 2025 ISSA Board of Directors, which will be led by incoming ISSA President Laurie Sewell of Servicon. Vice President/President-Elect: Scott Stevenson, KleenMark Executive Officer: Rachel Sanchez, Prestige Maintenance USA ...
Imagine a workplace where employees feel truly valued and supported. Providing ancillary insurance products can make this vision a reality, significantly enhancing your overall benefits package and leading to increased job satisfaction, loyalty, and productivity. Let’s explore how these benefits can make a difference for your team. Dental Insurance Think about the last time you ...
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