Is it time to RESET Indoor Air Quality?
RESET certification is a green building and operations standard that focuses on the health of occupants, particularly on indoor air quality (IAQ). It is the world's first sensor-based and performance-driven certification program. RESET emphasizes continuous monitoring and maintenance of [...]
Handwashing Tips and Wisdom from Dr. Powitz
• To encourage handwashing, try to place the handwashing sink to the right of the task (primarily restaurant kitchens). 90% of us are right-handed. • Avoid hand cleaners that have strong odorants (fragrance) and/or use yellow or red dyes. Folks [...]
Clean Hands Certified (CHC) Credential for Service Professionals
Indoor Health Council believes it’s time for a “hands on” approach to a program that proctors handwashing and drives both a health and business discussion via three elements: 1. Technique (how to wash) 2. Timing (when to [...]
How to Improve IAQ in Schools
Improving indoor air quality (IAQ) in schools is crucial for the health and well-being of students, faculty, and staff. Here are some best practices to consider: 1. Ventilation and Filtration: - Schedule inspection and maintenance of HVAC systems for [...]
ROI of Portable Air Purifiers
Investing in portable air purifiers for improving indoor air quality in classrooms may offer several benefits, both in terms of health and educational outcomes. Let's explore the potential return on investment (ROI) associated with these devices: Health and Wellness [...]
How Air Purifiers Can Help per ASHRAE
The Indoor Air Quality Procedure (IAQP) within ASHRAE Standard 62.1 is an alternative to the Ventilation Rate Procedure (VRP). It allows designers to use indoor air cleaning to help reduce contaminants. The IAQP focuses on maintaining the quality of [...]
Tips for Training Professional Cleaning Workers in Healthier Methods
Training professional cleaning workers in healthier methods is essential to ensure a safe and hygienic environment. Let's explore effective strategies for achieving this: Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Create detailed SOPs for various cleaning tasks, including specific instructions for [...]
Daily Preventive Maintenance on a Backpack Vacuum
A backpack vacuum is a portable device that allows you to clean floors, carpets, furniture, and other surfaces—sometimes more efficiently and comfortably depending on the application. However, to ensure optimal performance and durability, you need to conduct daily preventive maintenance [...]
Measuring the Effectiveness of Your Training Program
Measuring the effectiveness of your training program is crucial to ensure that your investment in employee development yields positive outcomes. Let's explore some practical methods: Kirkpatrick Evaluation Model This model assesses training effectiveness across four levels: Reaction: Gather feedback from [...]
Dr. Carol Dweck and Growth Mindset – Benefits for Professional Cleaning Workers
According to Dr. Carol Dweck, the growth mindset is the idea that people can improve their abilities through hard work, learning, and perseverance. This mindset encourages a passion for learning, resilience in the face of obstacles, and confidence in [...]