infection prevention
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AI and infection prevention
AI has made its way into many industries to increase efficiency, maximize operations, and improve customer experience. In the janitorial space, this tech is also
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A safer post-pandemic environment at TCU Place
Leading the cleaning and maintenance operations of a high-traffic, multi-purpose venue was a challenge before COVID-19, let alone during and post-pandemic. In downtown Saskatoon, TCU
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ISSA awarded OSHA grant for workplace safety & disease training
ISSA has been awarded more than $150,000 to provide infection-prevention training to frontline workers in the cleaning industry.
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CDC updates COVID-19 school recommendations
The recommendations for safe in-person learning for K–12 schools and early care programs have undergone a few changes.
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GBAC partners with Allergy Standards on indoor health education
The course features four modules on IAQ, infection control, asthma and allergy challenges, and the triggers in buildings.
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Fighting foodborne diseases in facilities
The most common foodborne illnesses in North American are caused by norovirus, listeria, salmonella, and E. coli.
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Disposing of waste doesn’t eliminate infection threat
Viruses can survive and remain infectious by binding with plastics in water sources.
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The germ hotspots to watch this travel season
Summer 2022 is expected to be a busy travel and tourism season, but that brings with it risks. It's vital to identify the germ hotspots.
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The abuse of disinfection: Why zeal can be as harmful as negligence
Disinfection is vital, but being over-zealous can hinder rather than help.
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Ventilation has become a recognized priority for infection control
Experts say controlling air quality and flow will be key to the fight against future viruses.
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Five tips for safe and effective disinfecting
With the worst of the pandemic hopefully in the rearview for good, cleaning professionals are re-evaluating what they have done right.
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Not changing mop water can be deadly
Failure to change mop water, use of over-diluted solutions & use of contaminated water to dilute concentrated solutions can have dire effects.
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Norovirus threat grows as COVID-19 restrictions wane
Norovirus infections appear to be rising in recent weeks amid loosened health restrictions.
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The stubborn travels of pathogens
Knowing which tools to use, and how to employ them, is vitally important for disinfecting effectively.
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Swabbing floors to detect COVID-19 could be useful indicator of spread
Floors can be tested to predict the level of COVID-19 in an environment.
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4 steps for proactive cleaning
The secret to reopening – and staying that way – is a proactive, hands-on approach
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The new commercial office takes shape
Facility managers and BSCs are reassessing how they maintain safe office environments. Keeping best practices in mind is vital.
