Value of Clean

Learn how training and membership in associations such as ISSA can help cleaning industry professionals prepare for future pandemics.

The standard for floor disinfection is changing due to growing awareness of harmful bacteria on floors and its potential to spread to other high-touch areas via shoes, hands, or equipment.

Learn four critical factors that will contribute to the success of your carpet care program, and find out if your carpet is salvageable or beyond repair

The right vacuuming tools and a solid floor care strategy can improve overall health for building occupants.

With increased technological advances in tools and equipment, an educated workforce has never been more important in the cleaning and maintenance industry.

Business owner Robert Williams credits a CMI course for helping him recognize positive traits in potential employees, efficiently train his current staff, and hone his leadership skills.

Clients don't always understand the important role professional cleaners play in health. Make sure they understand what you do and the technologies you use so they don't undervalue your work.

A certified executive housekeeper with IEHA, Margaret Walker-Shaw shares the importance of leveraging standards to get ahead in the industry.

Among all the chaos and tragedy we’ve seen our children face this past year, it’s hard to draw focus to the more simple and easily preventable problems that also have an impact on our children’s health and safety.

Custodians are the front-line defense against the spread of germs and diseases. That's why it's important to know their value when you go to bat for your department, business, or budget.