Cleanliness

UW introduces ICM

The University of Washington Custodial Services department has a long history of cleaning for healthier, safer indoor environments while using the best products and procedures available. The UW recently was…

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Cost Matters in Cleaning Matters – Striking a Balance

The reluctance to shake out of the comforts of the existing cleaning system and the unwillingness to incur additional expenses in implementing innovative cleaning systems are globally being viewed as impediments to adopting standard cleaning or eco-friendly practices. In India, the going is rougher, as the very proposal to introduce better practices using eco-products or systems is directly associated with costs and thus evaded by both the client and the service provider. Mohana M discusses the topic with leading housekeeping and facility service providers to assess the challenges & solutions

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Review on Handwashing

A review of several studies by the Water Supply & Sanitation Collaborative Council (WSSCC), shows that hand-washing in institutions such as primary schools and daycare centres reduce the incidence of…

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The Alpha and Omega of Hotel Operations

When choosing a hotel to stay in, guests tend to consider factors like the location, the amenities offered and the size of rooms. The cleanliness of the property is often taken for granted. Think about it… If you failed to notice that long strand of hair in your bathtub, would you worry about the cleanliness in your room?

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Cleaning India Pulire

Asia’s Largest International Cleaning Trade Show November 10-12, 2011 • Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai Increased awareness to follow good cleaning practices, not just for health reasons but also for creating…

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Mess at Kolkata Airport

Recent report says that cleanliness at Kolkata airport has deteriorated with cleaning staff neglecting basic duties as a result of rivalry between unions. This has only resulted in unclean terminals,…

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Need for Action

It is very common to see stray cattle, pigs and dogs loitering in the premises of Myadar Oni Hospital in Hubli run by Hubli Dharwad Municipal Corporation (HDMC). A wine…

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