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  • 30 Jun 2020 5:28 PM | Deleted user

    You can implement Medical Cleaning practices into other residential & commercial cleaning situations by having the same procedures and mind set that everything you come into contact with is infected. 

    By training our team members in residential & commercial with the proper cleaning situations and dwell time, we can further decrease the spread of viruses that not only present in hospitals. 

    Millions of infections occur outside of the Medical environment therefore employing the same caution and techniques/protocols is helpful in decreasing the number of infections-germs and viruses that spread. 

    We can see this more now than ever with the spread of the Covid19. Cleaning companies who are trained and certified are helping to stop the spread of this pandemic.

    If you are looking for trained and certified cleaning service, go to IJCSA https://www.ijcsa.org/Janitorial-Service-Directory-Find-A-Janitorial-Service-JanitorialServices





  • 30 Jun 2020 11:06 AM | Deleted user

    Having a certification in cleaning requires you to be skilled in many of areas. Some of the areas you should consider to be strong most importantly communication. I am going to state 5 other strong areas to becoming the best cleaner you can be. Being certified in Human Resources should definitely lead to towards a successful cleaning business. Positive attitude, and the ability to work with people would also lead you towards being your own boss. Problem solving is the main avenue to being the best cleaner you can be. you never know what you will run into. And having plenty of sales experience can strengthen you as well. I'm sure there are plenty of more ways and avenues to becoming your own boss in Janitorial Services. Reducing asthma attacks or maybe even better air circulation in your home should cause you to use green cleaning in your everyday life. I have a plan to implement my cleaning program, it just takes time and money. And networking with the right people! I hope my article was helpful to most, good day!

  • 30 Jun 2020 8:39 AM | Deleted user

               When you work in a medical facility you have to follow some rules to insure the safety of people using the space. The same practices we’re using working, we can use in other areas, like if you are cleaning a supermarket or a house. Washing your hands, use disinfection Chemicals like sprays, rules of hygiene and proper clean to remain safe. This way, we can use this rules in a medical environment also for residential and commercial.
            A very harmful virus is going around now, the COVID-19, hundreds of thousands of people are dying all over the world, and we need to do our best to stop this spread, that’s what make proper cleaning so important. We have to use this knowledge out of the hospital workplace to protect our family and to help to prevent the spread and do not put anyone at risk. 

            We have strong values to protect the population of the word from virus and bacteria's, using the right universal precautions and the PPE to insure your safety and safety of everyone else we get in contact. 
            An important thing is your employees to be trained properly. Using the right cleaning techniques are important to prevent infections and keep all kind of places, commercial and residencial safe. To find a certified cleaning professionals  please visit IJCSA Janitorial Service Directory

  • 30 Jun 2020 5:53 AM | Deleted user

    Cleaning employees and staff should have sufficient knowledge about bloodborne pathogens to ensure that they do not put themselves and others at risk when handling. Bloodborne pathogens are pathogenic micro-organisms present in human blood that can cause disease to others if they come in contact. Having an understanding of how to handle items that may have been pre-exposed to blood or other body fluids can be a life or death situation, as such, care should be taken when handling these items to minimize or prevent infection.

    Cleaning employees and staff should know how to clean up after a spill, change bed linens or dispose of items in a bin in a way that minimize their exposure to the risk. The Center for Disease Prevention and Control established “Universal Precaution” which states that blood and certain body fluids from patient be treated as potentially infectious and that the infection control precaution be taken to minimize the risk of exposure. This approach has been taken by OSHA in its Bloodborne Standard.

    The best defence is an offense. Hence, having knowledge of how to do what needs to be done is critical. Always follow Universal Precaution; follow proper protection and cleanup plan. In addition, bags or containers should be properly labelled and colour-coded red or orange. Wear the appropriate protective gear or PPE. Cleanup well by disinfecting the exposed areas. Being trained in knowing what to do is essential in performing the task safely and effectively.


  • 29 Jun 2020 6:43 PM | Alicia Johnson

    Green cleaning has quickly become the new way to clean, however not all cleaning companies are created equal. Not all companies have reputable certifications, and use Green cleaners and freshners.

    To select the right company to fulfill your cleaning needs look for several Key Items.. 

    Is the company IJCSA Green Cleaning Certified- does that company hold documentation to show that the proper time was taken to fulfill the service at hand.  Being certified is essential to winning bids and retaining customers. Because the certified company has went through the proper channels to obtain a wealth of knowledge they normally out performing other companies. 

    Do the company use natural green ingredients?  While pleasant in odor most freshners contain phthalate, carcinogens and allergens. No one wants to breathe in artificial smells and harmful toxins. If truly green the company would offer enzyme -based solutions that use good bacteria to clean and deodorize your home or business. As well as using proper equipment like steam cleaners to clean tile floors and bathrooms with microfiber mobs heads and cloths. 

    If you are looking for professional, well informed, high performing leaders in green cleaning. IJCSA has a large network of companies ready to provide services. Because of the rigorous coursework IJCSA produces top tier companies.

    Find A Certified Green Cleaning Service Here: https://www.ijcsa.org/Green-Cleaning-Services

     

  • 28 Jun 2020 10:07 PM | Anonymous

    Excellent customer service starts off with the employees. Employees being knowledgeable of the things that customers want when being serviced is a vital part of having excellent customer service skills. Like for example you're customers want to be heard especially when they have a issue with you're product or service. Just stay quiet and LISTEN to the customers complaints then move forward with trying to solve the problem.

    Its also important that consumers and employees have a positive attitude when dealing with customers on a daily basis. Here at https://www.ijcsa.org/Find-A-Cleaning-Service-Janitorial-Service our consumers take pride in top quality customer service. 

  • 28 Jun 2020 9:24 PM | Deleted user

    Bloodborne pathogens are an inherent occupational hazard for cleaning employees that pose a health risk if they are not prepared to work in environments with exposure to them. A pathogen is a disease-causing microorganism therefore a blood borne pathogen as such is a type found in human blood. HIV and HPV are examples of bloodborne pathogens. It is imperative for cleaning company employees to learn about working in environments with exposure to blood borne pathogens in order to minimize risk of infection while properly cleaning contaminated areas.

    The Center for Disease Control and Prevention established the Universal Precautions in order to minimize the risk to exposure. This is an approach emphasizing that blood and certain body fluids of patients should be considered potentially infectious while adhering to infection control precautions. Furthermore, referring to your company’s exposure control plan when working in contaminated environments plays a vital role in handling contaminated material.

    Protective practices such as proper use and disposal of proper protective equipment, disposal of contaminated objects, cleaning and disinfecting contaminated areas to simply properly washing your hands are a few examples of steps vital to working in and properly treating contaminated areas.

    In the event that a cleaning employee suspects they may have been exposed or infected they should quickly contact their supervisor so the proper exposure protocols put into action

    Cleaning employees along with anyone wanting to learn more about working in environments exposed to bloodborne pathogens should review the Blood Borne Pathogen Standard for the Workplace and can get additional information at www.osha.gov.

  • 28 Jun 2020 9:21 PM | Deleted user

    It is important to properly clean Healthcare Facilities so you can not only stop spread of disease but so you can keep a hygienic area for patients to heal. Cleaning is vital in the health care field because you are the means to not only stopping the spread of germs but saving life's.

  • 28 Jun 2020 5:31 PM | Deleted user

    In order to have a successful cleaning business it is absolutely essential to go above and beyond with customer service. Good customer service consists of listening to your customers needs and wants, addressing their issues and making them better in a timely fashion. It's also important that while dealing with customers on a day to day basis you have a positive and uplifting attitude and follow up with how everything is being presented to them.https://www.ijcsa.org/Find-A-Cleaning-Service-Janitorial-Service

    This is why IJCSA members are excellent with customer service as they get the proper training necessary to ensure that clients are put first, and you can trust that customer service is top priority.

  • 28 Jun 2020 12:07 PM | Deleted user

    Bloodborne pathogens are pathogenic micorganism that are present in human blood and could cause disease or death.

    OSHA Requires specific documentation from your employer when an exposure occurs,your employer must maintain certain record for three years after the exposure. 

     Always take precaution when you may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens, wear PPE equipment never reusing PPE that was used to clean up bloodborne pathogens disposing when complete in proper containers and use approved DISINFECTANT AND ALWAYS WASH YOUR HANDS after each job completion.

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