Health and Safety

As with any place on earth, microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi) exist in the air, on surfaces—and on building materials. Acknowledging that germs are ever-present in buildings can be the first step in dealing with them properly.

Everyone reacts differently to inside air quality (IAQ) issues: While one employee might sneeze, another might get a headache, and yet a third might have no reaction at all.

Identify which natural disasters pose the greatest threat to your facility before making a plan. The most successful natural disaster management systems are comprehensive with a risk-focused strategy.

People or activity can kick the dust and allergens from the floor into the air—therefore into the “breathing zone” for sensitive individuals.

Whether you’re an environmental services worker in a hospital or a custodian in a school or office, the first piece of personal protective equipment (PPE) you most likely reach for is a pair of disposable gloves.

Kidnappings, theft, and violence are real risks in any overseas travel, yet many professionals make international business trips without much thought or preparation for these situations.

Deep cleaning can be done at any time of year, but as many people associate it with the spring season, it behooves commercial cleaning companies to capitalize on that with their current clients, as well as use a spring-cleaning pitch to attract new customers.

Both active fire protection systems, which detect and respond to flames, and passive systems, which protect buildings against damage, are essential for a complete fire safety strategy.

Setting up green cleaning processes in your facility's maintenance protocols will help you achieve higher customer satisfaction, preserve your employees’ health, and improve indoor air quality.

Following a regular decluttering, cleaning, and exterior maintenance protocol is crucial in preventing pest infestations.

Employee absenteeism, often caused by health challenges, costs U.S employers a staggering $575 billion per year. The proper use of cleaning products can help reduce employee absences and boost productivity.

ISSA Media Director Jeff Cross chats with Jennie Romer, EPA deputy assistant administrator for pollution prevention, and David Widawsky, division director for the EPA’s office of chemical safety and pollution prevention, regarding the EPA Safer Choice program.