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  • 08 Mar 2021 7:54 AM | Deleted user

         Our business deals with mold and virus remediation & crime scene, trauma clean up. All of these environments pose a sever threat to every worker. the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment is essential in preventing possible exposure to HIV, Hepatitis B, viruses, bacterial infection, and mold and mildew exposure. The same way you treat a gun as always loaded, you treat any workspace and scene as being infected. With this mind set and attitude you will always remain safe. 

         Proper handling of contaminated materials will not only keep you safe but will ensure you do not possibly contaminate other areas and other people. Never take short cuts when donning and offing your PPE. Always dispose of contaminated material safely and properly. Always be aware of possible sharp objects that can not only breech your PPE but may open wounds that can put you even more at risk. 

         Your health and safety is our utmost concern. Proper training and practices will ensure you remain healthy and safe in a hazardous environment that we work in every day.  

  • 07 Mar 2021 11:44 PM | Deleted user

    Healthcare workers are not the only types of workers that come into contact with bloodborne pathogens. In fact custodians, janitors and cleaners are all exposed to blood and other bodily fluids daily. It is important for anyone who works in the cleaning industry to be thoroughly trained on how to identify potentially contaminated areas and proper PPE when working. Its also important to make sure all workers are trained in first aid .

    If an exposure were to occur ,it is vital the the proper first aid, reporting and documentation process is followed to ensure safety of worker.by not following OSHA's standards puts other people at risk for many infectious diseases as well as the worker being fined by OSHA. 

    By providing your employees with the proper training it could make the world a safer place for everyone.


  • 07 Mar 2021 6:24 PM | Herbert Simmons

    Janitors are important in our everyday lives in so many different ways, they are the ones to open the doors in the morning. Janitors are our first line of defense in security, and health safety, before we get to the work place they have it already set up for us.

    They come in and turn on the lights and unlock the doors and set the temperature in the building, and then they make sure each area is cleaned and disinfected for the staff and customers. It is important to stay on top of cleanliness, because germs and disease can grow without proper attention.  

    From cleaning the cafeteria and restrooms, to wiping all high point areas such as counters, ledges and door handles . These are areas that are in use on a daily and is handles by many people throughout the day. This is just a brief summary of why janitors are important.

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  • 06 Mar 2021 1:07 PM | Anonymous

    The more my employees know and understand what bloodborne pathogens are, the more equipment they will be to minimize the risk of being exposed. While many people think that medical professionals are the only ones exposed to diseases of the blood on a day-to-day basis, the fact is that people in the cleaning industry can be exposed to bloodborne pathogens at any time. Within our company training program we will ensure that we stress the importance of how to properly clean and dispose of hazardous materials, how infectious disease spreads, about different types of diseases that spread through contact with blood and body fluids, the chain of infection, how to reduce your risk, and what to do if an exposure incident occurs.

    Again, we cannot stress how important it is to be properly trained for bloodborne pathogens. They become particularly lethal not just because they are dangerous for your health, but also because they are virtually invisible and symptoms take a considerable amount of time to show. You could have several infected individuals walking around and working on your job site right now and you don’t even know it.


  • 06 Mar 2021 1:01 PM | Deleted user

    It is very important for cleaning staff and staffing in the health care field to know the proper cleaning and sanitation tools made available by OSHA to safeguard against coming into contact with blood or other possibly contaminated body fluids. Learning the correct cleaning and sanitation chemicals used in the removal of blood, vomit, and other body fluids can help in the prevention of cross-contamination of HIV and HBV.

    Because blood borne pathogens can cause diseases in humans, as we are cleaning and decontaminating areas, we are to assume all human fluids are contaminated and proceed using standards set in place by OSHA. This includes an exposure control plan. The exposure control plan must be updated and made readily available to all employees.

    Because the symptoms of HIV and Hepatitis B (HBV) are not immediate, those who come into contact with the bloodborne pathogens should contact their supervisor and let them know what happened; they are to contact their doctors also. Follow the guidelines that are in the written exposure control plan set by OSHA in regards to what should occur after making supervisors and doctors aware of possible contamination.

  • 06 Mar 2021 12:36 AM | Anonymous

    As I've transitioned from the homeowner do-it-yourself mentality of remediating mold was to use baking soda. Those were the days. A year ago, I used a liquid mold remover by Concrobium, which my first and only time, but product had a lingering harsh smell a few days after application of the product. 


  • 06 Mar 2021 12:18 AM | Anonymous

    Our members of IJCSA have spent over 20 years developing a range of mold removal and flood restoration Flood Damage Directory services that can be tailored to your issue. This ensures that you will receive services and advice to stop the problem from ever reoccurring.


  • 05 Mar 2021 11:24 PM | Anonymous

    There are benefits of having a mold cleaning program as part of your business model: it minimizes the misconception that homeowners believe they can handle this process as well as providing an additional service to your business.

    As a professional mold remediator, we will not only remove the mold, but more importantly, we can identify the root cause of the eruption and provide the expert knowledge on the proper procedures, tools, and equipment to use in this process. When mold or mildew is discovered a systematic approach will be undertaken to remediate it based on the training we receive.


  • 05 Mar 2021 5:13 PM | Deleted user

    When working in the cleaning industry it is rare but happens, that people ask if you can clean up after a dead body, or deodorize after infestations and hording. But it does happen! And often its the customers you have the closest relationships with and want to help out

    Sadly this can put you into a situation where you are at danger of getting sick by helping friends. Taking a biohazard cleaning certification course means being prepared to inform them and knowing what steps they need to take. Even if you don't plan on doing the cleaning. Knowing how to handle it will make you an asset to them.

    If you do plan on going in. You could be endangering yourself or your staff and putting them in a bad position. Taking this course means knowing how to keep your staff safe.  

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  • 04 Mar 2021 6:11 PM | Anonymous

    The importance of Janitorial staff And Janitors communication should be in sync at all times to provide a great customer service.. Janitors provide the safety of germs spreading, and viruses from transmitting. It is good for your health and the environment to have a certified janitor in charge of your cleaning department. To ensure that no chemicals are improperly mixed / all hazardous materials and waste materials are properly disposed. 

    Janitors are one of the most essential workers in the industry  of the workforce, when it comes to protecting the environment from germs, bacteria, and diseases. Without Janitors the United States would be in bad shape, just on the improper disposal of some chemicals, on one's person , or land. ( integrityservicecompanies.com) Quote: Janitors, are simply here to provide an environmental friendly service to the customer when its needed, and to keep visitors happy.

    However, I think A Janitor should pride him, or herself before and after the service provided.  Because we are not recognized enough throughout our 24 hour public service.. The is no scheduled quit time on cleaning, it is a rotating wheel, it will always be a need. No matter how routine the janitors role may seem, things can change in a instant due to an emergency. that is why having a great Staff that communicates well with Janitors is important in a daily manner. To give daily Updates on areas in need of public service, in cause of adding environmental safety to our daily lives.

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