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carpet, long-term care, carpet care

Clean Carpet Adds to Favorable Impression of Long-Term Care Facilities

Survey finds people would question health commitment of facilities with dirty carpet

Floor cleanliness is crucial in the safety and health of residents in long-term care facilities. A new survey from Whittaker...

HVAC Maintenance Tips, maintenance worker
September 21, 2020 Kathleen Misovic

HVAC Maintenance Tips for Healthy Schools

Health and Safety

In addition to clean surfaces, clean air can help stop the spread of SARS-CoV-2. Seth Ferriell, CEO of SSC Services, offers tips to set up the air conditioning systems in your school facilities.

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rental equipment market
September 21, 2020 CMM Staff

Q&A: To Rent or Buy?

Technology and Trends

Adam Camhi, director, Flooring Solutions at Sunbelt Rentals, said the rental equipment company is experiencing an upswing in business during the pandemic as BSCs and in-house service providers adapt to more frequent and comprehensive cleaning services.

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New CDC Indicators Guide Schools in Learning Format Decisions

New CDC Indicators Guide Schools in Learning Format Decisions

As some schools across the national continue to hold classes remotely—and others operate fully in-person or in combined in-person and...

coronavirus, COVID-19, UV, ultraviolet disinfection, UV disinfection

UV Light Disinfection Is Effective Yet Challenging

Discover the pros and cons of UVC systems

Although ultraviolet (UV) light disinfection technology has been around for a while, it is seeing a surge of popularity especially...

green cleaning
September 17, 2020 Stephen P. Ashkin

Green Cleaning for COVID-19

Health and Safety

You don’t need to stop using green cleaning products to eliminate the coronavirus from your facility.

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business during pandemic
September 16, 2020 Tim Conn

6 Tips for Handling Starts and Stops in Business During Pandemic

Business and Management

Although it is unknown whether facility reopenings will continue this fall or slow down due to a second wave of COVID-19, cleaning and maintenance professionals need to be prepared.

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Airport

Airport Struggling to Keep High-Touch Points Clean

Investigation finds cleaners skipping some frequently touched areas

As airport traffic slowly increases amid the coronavirus pandemic, airports across the country are touting their enhanced cleaning protocols and...

PPE, hazmat, disinfection

Campus Custodians Seek Full PPE Protection

University of Miami workers voice concern about cleaning quarantined areas

As the number University of Miami students and staff who test positive for COVID-19 grows, campus custodians worry about protecting...

Michigan Frontline Workers Qualify for Free College Tuition

Michigan Frontline Workers Qualify for Free College Tuition

If you’re a custodian, maintenance worker, or other type of frontline workers who provided essential services during the state’s shelter...

hand drying, public restroom, air dryer

Public Doesn’t Understand Importance of Hand Drying

Survey finds less than half of Americans believe hand drying is critical to infection control

The importance of washing your hands after using the restroom, especially during a pandemic, is undisputable. A poll of 1,066...

covid-19 cleaning
September 14, 2020 Kathleen Misovic

Back-to-School Cleaning in K-12 Facilities

Health and Safety

Learn how cleaning professionals have responded to keep the SARS-CoV-2 virus at bay in K-12 schools.

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