What’s the difference between Disinfecting and Sanitizing? Sanitizing is the process of spraying a surface and wiping the chemical off after to remove any germs currently on the surface. Disinfecting, on the other hand, is allowing the chemical to stay on the surface for the directed kill time on the label before wiping it off. This…
Most prevalent in the winter months, norovirus is the most common cause of acute gastroenteritis outbreaks in the United States resulting in as many as 21 million cases each year and 1.9 million hospital visits. To help reduce the spread of flu within businesses this season, Cintas Corporationoffers a checklist of commonly overlooked “hot spots”…
Ward Prine owns and operates a contract cleaning business in Nebraska, Corporate Caddie Janitorial Services. Today, Ward talks with us about how engineered water has changed his operation in relation to his clients and staff. Listen to Ward by clicking on the link below. S1:E11 Contract Cleaning Using Engineered Water with Ward Prine Post Views:…
Question: What are the top SIX activities in cleaning that will have the greatest impact on safety and health? Answer: Here is my list of the top SIX activities necessary to impact the health and safety of our public. Train and retrain housekeepers (custodial staff) that their role is NOT cleaning for appearance sake, but…
A determined custodian will usually have either a really clean area or school. They are always looking to grow, learn and do what’s right for kids. In general, a person who is determined doesn’t make excuses and figures out a way to be successful. Custodians who are determined have the ability to make their careers…
“Do I need an accreditation/certification?” “Why should I pay for training others are giving away?” No, certifications are not a requirement in the cleaning industry. Remember, you get what you pay for. Expect more! SO WHY? “The future is won by those creating the future… and not the ones trying to maintain the status quo.”…
