The IASQ asks what is the name for microbes which have become resistant tocommon forms of treatments or cleanings? Can you figure it out?
Monday, April 2, 2012
Why to Professionally Clean Your Facility
The IASQ asks what is the name for microbes which have become resistant tocommon forms of treatments or cleanings? Can you figure it out?
Friday, March 30, 2012
A History of Green
Did you know the 1st recycling efforts were documented in 400 BC? Yet Earth Day isn't founded until 1970. Learn more about green throughout the ages here.
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
How to Recycle in an Office
The tips are designed to help office facilities develop more effective and comprehensive recycling initiatives. With a solid recycling program, companies can reduce their carbon footprint while also saving money.
“Now we want to focus on making recycling easy and consistent,” says Doug Berjer, product manager for CFR. “Many times, office recycling programs fall apart simply because staffers find them difficult to follow or easy to forget.”
Because of this, one of Berjer’s first suggestions is to place recycling bins at every desk and workstation so that they are readily available and visible.
“And [at desks] place the recycling bin just a bit closer to them than the trash can,” he adds. “You’d be surprised how much this can improve recycling behavior.”
He also suggests organizing the recycling program around the specific items to be recycled, especially in those areas that generate the most trash. For instance, a warehouse area may have a variety of recyclables: boxes, packaging materials, bottles, cans, plastics, metals, old equipment, and more.
“Install separate recycling containers for each recyclable item,” Berjer says. “Make each container easily identifiable with clear signage indicating what goes where. This can also help enhance recycling significantly.”
Finally, Berjer suggests that it is important to encourage staffers to recycle with consistent communication.
“Make sure every worker is aware of the [recycling] program in place and its importance. Establish goals and track the progress. As it improves, let everyone know how much they have helped accomplish so far. Consistent feedback leads to consistent compliance.”
The source of these tips, CFR, are manufacturers of continuous recycling carpet extractors.
“Now we want to focus on making recycling easy and consistent,” says Doug Berjer, product manager for CFR. “Many times, office recycling programs fall apart simply because staffers find them difficult to follow or easy to forget.”
Because of this, one of Berjer’s first suggestions is to place recycling bins at every desk and workstation so that they are readily available and visible.
“And [at desks] place the recycling bin just a bit closer to them than the trash can,” he adds. “You’d be surprised how much this can improve recycling behavior.”
He also suggests organizing the recycling program around the specific items to be recycled, especially in those areas that generate the most trash. For instance, a warehouse area may have a variety of recyclables: boxes, packaging materials, bottles, cans, plastics, metals, old equipment, and more.
“Install separate recycling containers for each recyclable item,” Berjer says. “Make each container easily identifiable with clear signage indicating what goes where. This can also help enhance recycling significantly.”
Finally, Berjer suggests that it is important to encourage staffers to recycle with consistent communication.
“Make sure every worker is aware of the [recycling] program in place and its importance. Establish goals and track the progress. As it improves, let everyone know how much they have helped accomplish so far. Consistent feedback leads to consistent compliance.”
The source of these tips, CFR, are manufacturers of continuous recycling carpet extractors.
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Happy Spring Clean
(What a great time to tackle that Spring Cleaning, too...)
Monday, March 19, 2012
Spring Cleaning Time
Did you know that new research 73% of those who spring clean strongly or somewhat agree that it's a tradition worth keeping, but 13% of that same group strongly or somewhat agree that if it wasn't for spring cleaning, they would probably never clean their home!
To get started, clear out your areas, inventory supplies, plan your attack and recruit some help. You'll be clean in no time - without losing your mind!
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Go Green for St. Patrick's Day
Stratus wants to give you some other ways to go green this year.
How about taking your bike instead of a car now that it's getting warmer?
Growing your own veggies and herbs will earn you green points, too.
And with the holiday being over a weekend day, change out your florescent light bulbs to LED light bulbs.
To learn more ways to go green, check out this Go Green for St. Paddy's Day Guide.
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Friday, March 16, 2012
How to Stay Healthy
Do you have Traylor's mother in your office? Let's hope Dilbert doesn't get sick!Hand washing is one of the healthiest things we can do for ourselves.
The Center for Disease Control says to correctly wash your hands you need to follow these steps:
- Wet your hands with clean, running water (warm or cold) and apply soap.
- Rub your hands together to make a lather and scrub them well; be sure to scrub the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your nails.
- Continue rubbing your hands for at least 20 seconds. Need a timer? Hum the "Happy Birthday" song from beginning to end twice.
- Rinse your hands well under running water.
- Dry your hands using a clean towel or air dry them.
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