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RSV in Schools
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), also called human respiratory syncytial virus and human orthopneumovirus, is a common, contagious virus that causes infections of the respiratory tract.
It is a negative-sense, single-stranded RNA virus.
In this episode, the guys talk about what we know as the general public vs. what the discussions are like if you are a parent, teacher, or staff member at a school. Is RSV an issue for the rest of us? The panel tackles this and more.
Talking Clean in a Dirty World: E 06
Review from Gavin Seepersad
I took the Carpet Care Expert Level training and I was very impressed by the knowledge the instructor had and all the high level of information being taught. In this class, I learned not only the different methods of cleaning carpets the correct way but also valuable information regarding the carpet cleaning business. I recommend this class to anyone in the carpet cleaning business.
Gavin Seepersad
Fresh Eco Steam Cleaning
Direct: (407) 501-4446
Gavin@FreshEcoSteam.com
Gavin used the “Low Moisture” process and in less than 20 minutes, this is the result…and the carpet was dry. (The carpet is 6 years old and shows some wear in the traffic lane)
How Many LISTS do we Need? REALLY!
If you have been keeping up with the lists from the EPA for Emerging Viral Pathogens, the newest is LIST: Q.
At the time of this article, there are over 400 on the Emerging Viral Pathogens List. Here is the link to LIST: Q https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-registration/disinfectants-emerging-viral-pathogens-evps-list-q
NOW, WHAT IS THE REAL ISSUE?
It is that operations, managers, and frontline staff are NOT following directions, don’t have the proper knowledge of the processes for using the disinfectants, and don’t RINSE.
YES, I SAID RINSE! Why is this such a phenomenon that can’t be understood? No matter what chemistry you use in the process of cleaning and disinfecting, the surface MUST be rinsed to make it safe and healthy.
You do this with your dishes! You do this in the shower, with your hair, your body! You do this with your car! You do this with your laundry!
You must know that some viruses are more difficult to kill than others, and a disinfectant’s effectiveness can change based on how you use it.
So here are some simple steps from the EPA to ensure you choose an appropriate product and use it effectively.
First, determine which disinfectants are expected to be effective against the virus you intend to inactivate.
The EVP guidance divides viruses into three categories:
- Tier 1: Enveloped viruses are the easiest to inactivate. When disinfectants damage their lipid envelope, the virus is no longer infectious.
- Tier 2: Large, nonenveloped viruses are encased in protein capsids that make them more difficult to inactivate compared to enveloped viruses.
- Tier 3: Small, nonenveloped viruses are the hardest to inactivate. Both their protein capsids and their small size make them less vulnerable to disinfectants compared to other viruses.
To find disinfectants for use against the emerging virus you intend to kill, you need to know which category that virus falls into. Use the product correctly, THEN RINSE!
SO WHY DON’T YOU RINSE THE SURFACES YOU ARE WORKING SO HARD TO MAKE SAFE AND HEALTHY? WHY?
Whatever list you’re working from.
Whatever chemistry you are using to mitigate our exposure to pathogens, JUST RINSE afterward!
We all want a safe surface to use.
To learn more, attend the next Rock Star Infection Prevention class. Learn More HERE.
BCWA S4:E6 David Reimann talks with us about the details and facts when becoming an infection prevention expert
Becoming an Infection Prevention Expert starts with a positive proactive mindset. There are plenty of resources easily available to help schools get on the right track to be proactive and not reactive. Join us on this podcast as we discuss this topic further.
| Podcast Topic: The importance of being an Infection Prevention Expert at Schools. Every year it is estimated that over 60 million school days lost every year to influenza and norovirus according to ISSA, costing schools billions of dollars in lost federal funding. And, according to the CDC, this year’s flu season is currently the worst over the past 10 years! And consider this, according to a Keep Kids Healthy research conducted by Victory, over 40% of school custodians and administration admit to not having any infection prevention protocols. Knowing these statistics, something needs to change! The way schools are cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting is not working. We want to help! Becoming an Infection Prevention Expert starts with a positive proactive mindset. There are plenty of resources easily available to help schools get on the right track to be proactive and not reactive. Join us on this podcast as we discuss this topic further. |
Contact David Reimann: david.reimann@victorycomplete.com
Contact David Thompson:dthompson@academyofcleaning.com
Accredited infection prevention experts
Darryl Henry, Director of Facilities for True Health in central Florida signed up his team for the Accredited Infection Prevention Expert course online.
These individuals earned their certificates from the Academy this past December. Below are a few words from these graduates.
“The Academy of Cleaning Excellence truly has educated me and broaden my 2020 vision of applying proper cleaning techniques that will help me in my quest to help save lives. This is my new goal and 2020 vision as a True Health employee to provide true care and concern to anyone in my place of employment. I must admit, that in 27 years of cleaning experience, I have a new outlook and concern about how I clean. That it’s not about making an area of your responsibility to look clean or smell clean, but that true cleaning is about reducing and/or, eliminating those unseen pathogens, germs, and viruses that cause disease or illness.” – Clinton Goodman
“I am really grateful for the Cleaning Course. It’s always true that even if you know about something, there is still more to learn. I found the course to be complete and very informative. All though I have 38 years of experience, still, I found valuable information.- Daniel Nunn
“The class showed me a lot of things about cleaning and how to clean that I really didn’t know, I enjoyed taking the class and the test. Learning new stuff never hurts, it will help you in the long run.” – Angela Holley
“This course has opened my eyes to the true meaning of cleanliness.” – Chris Delgado
“What I liked the most was the reassurance that I was doing the right thing, and didn’t have to leave my work area to take this Training Course. It was Great! – Migdalia Martell
You too can join these new graduates by taking the class online or at a LIVE class at one of our regional campuses. Review class offerings HERE.
BCWG S3:E25 Aaron Buchko is back talking about technology and the need for salespeople to utilize it to communicate value.
In this episode, Aaron is talking about podcasting and technology in business and how people, especially salespeople in the cleaning industry, need to start using every avenue they can to communicate their value.
Listen to the podcast at the link below.
https://www.podbean.com/eu/pb-fgmk4-cc24ca
Dr. Aaron Buchko is a professor of management in the Foster College of Business, Bradley University, teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in Planning and Strategy and graduate courses in Executive Development and Business Ethics.
He lives in Peoria, Illinois with his wife, Dr. Kathy Buchko, a counseling psychologist, their daughter, Alex, and son Andrej. In his spare time, he is an avid fly fisherman, hockey player, and coach, motorcyclist, reader, and is a student of U.S. history, particularly for the period from 1840-1940.
Engage with Aaron: abuchko@comcast.net
Engage with Dave: dthompson@academyofcleaning.com
BCWA S3:E18 Brian Consolino is on with Dave to talk about what Jan/San distributors can expect when they partner with the Academy.
Over the last two years, Brian and Atlanta MRO Supply have been partnered with the Academy and have had some great experiences. Brian talks about the most recent one, the Rock Star Custodian program.
Some sessions with the Academy have been LIVE and in person at a few Atlanta locations, while others have been utilizing technology and the web.
Listen as the two tell you what you can expect to get when you join the ACE family of regional campuses.
Contact Brian at brian.consolino@atlmro.com
Contact Dave at dthompson@academyofcleaning.com
Engage the Academy at www.AcademyofCleaning.com
Mike Seebeck and Dave talk about FSPMA, distributors and the Academy
Mike Seebeck with Earthlabs/HDOX and Dave with the Academy of Cleaning Excellence were both in the GEM Supply booth at the FSPMA conference this week in Orlando, FL. The two guys talk to distributors around the country as to the benefits of professional development and partnering with operations such as GEM Supply.
The Rock Star series of motivational sessions was on Mikes’s mind as he attended a couple of sessions and then applied the thought processes while on the show floor.
You and reach the Academy of Cleaning Excellence at www.AcademyofCleaning.com or email us at education@academyofcleaning.com
Mike can be reached at mike@hdoxinfo.com
Dr. Aaron Buchko and Dave continue to talk from last weeks podcast
As the two guys continue, Aaron is talking about experience in development. Learning is the power of experience.
Smell and Vision are the two most powerful forms of experience.
Aaron talks about, “Everything you need to know you learned in Kindergarten”.
- The single most important word in management; PLEASE
- Two most important words in management are; THANK YOU
- Three most important words in management are; I NEED HELP
If you like what you are hearing with Aaron and Dave, stay tuned as Aaron plans to be a regular on the show.
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Connect with Dr. Aaron Buchko; abuchko@comcast.net
Connect with Dave Thompson; dthompson@academyofcleaning.com