The environment is very important and without it we cannot exist. Society must do their part as a whole to ensure our planet is here for future generations. Toxins, chemicals, and contaminants are all around us and if there is a way to not use those harmful chemicals and still get the job done then why not. 

Green cleaning is very beneficial to the environment and businesses. Green cleaning reduces air and water pollution, and greenhouse gases that are released into the atmosphere. Having a green cleaning program is the safer and healthier option.

Janitors and janitorial staff are essential to our everyday lives, often working behind the scenes to keep our environments clean and safe. Whether in schools, offices, hospitals, or public spaces, these dedicated professionals handle the crucial tasks of cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining hygiene. Their efforts help prevent the spread of germs and ensure that we have a healthy place to live, work, and learn. A clean environment not only looks better but also contributes to our overall well-being.

In commercial settings, the role of janitorial services becomes even more vital. A tidy workplace boosts employee morale and productivity, making it easier for people to focus on their tasks. When clients or visitors come into a clean office, it creates a positive impression and reflects professionalism. The recent emphasis on cleanliness due to health concerns, like the COVID-19 pandemic, has highlighted how important it is to have trained janitorial staff. With proper cleaning protocols and frequent disinfection, janitors play a key role in protecting public health and ensuring safety in shared spaces.

Beyond just cleaning, janitors help build a sense of community and responsibility for our shared environments. Their work creates welcoming spaces where people can feel comfortable and thrive. For those seeking reliable janitorial services, the Janitorial Directory is a great resource to find professional cleaning companies tailored to specific needs. In short, janitors and janitorial staff are invaluable to our daily lives, supporting health, enhancing workplace effectiveness, and fostering a sense of community through their essential services.

IJCSA features Janitorial and Cleaning services that prioritize customer service as No. 1. The online training has in-depth modulars that gives great tips and steps on how to communicate with client's. 1.) Making sure they are heard. 2.) That you understood the request or issue. 3.) making for certain that the client feels cared for and validated. These are just a few that I highlighted. 

If your company is looking to up your game and acquire certified training in this area this is the place to go. It's all online and can benefit your employees too.  

Bloodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms in human blood that can cause disease in humans. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Needlesticks and other sharps-related injuries may expose workers to bloodborne pathogens. Workers in many occupations, including first responders, housekeeping personnel in some industries, nurses and other healthcare personnel, all may be at risk for exposure to bloodborne pathogens.  In order to reduce or eliminate the hazards of occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens, an employer must implement an exposure control plan for the worksite with details on employee protection measures. The plan must also describe how an employer will use engineering and work practice controls, personal protective clothing and equipment, employee training, medical surveillance, hepatitis B vaccinations, and other provisions as required by OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030). Engineering controls are the primary means of eliminating or minimizing employee exposure and include the use of safer medical devices, such as needleless devices, shielded needle devices, and plastic capillary tubes. BLOODBORNE pathogens and needlesticks are addressed in specific OSHA standards for general industry.

All members of IJCSA strive to do the best cleaning and janitorial work to consistently satisfy their clients needs through high quality work. This commitment to making customers happy and doing a great job from IJSCA members is maximized through continued up to date education, training, and certifications received from IJCSA.

Members of IJCSA know that customer satisfaction is of utmost importance, and they strive to meet all customer’s needs by putting their customer’s satisfaction first. It is easy to find high quality highly qualified IJSCA members whose priority is doing great work and providing the best customer service at: https://www.ijcsa.org/Find-A-Cleaning-Service-Janitorial-Service 

Cleaning staff are crucial for keeping spaces clean and safe, but they also need to be aware of bloodborne pathogens—germs in blood and bodily fluids that can cause serious diseases like Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV. Knowing about these germs helps staff handle dangerous situations correctly and keep everyone safe.

When cleaning areas with blood or bodily fluids, there’s a risk of getting exposed to these harmful germs. Without proper training, staff might not know how to use protective gear or clean up spills safely. Training teaches them the right procedures to follow, which helps protect them and ensures the environment stays hygienic.

Additionally, understanding bloodborne pathogens is required by law in many places. Regulations require organizations to train their staff on how to handle these risks. Providing this training not only keeps employees safe but also helps the organization follow safety rules and avoid penalties. In short, knowing about bloodborne pathogens is key for cleaning staff to stay safe and maintain a healthy environment.

Looking for certified professionals that can maintain your carpet and rug appearance and color. Effectively remove unwanted contaminated and contribute to a safe environment then click the link to find a certified carpet technician near you. https://www.ijcsa.org/Carpet-Cleaning-Directory

IJCSA members follow the mission of IJCSA which are service to client satisfaction professionalism and attitude and ethics and work habits and offering a safe work environment. IJCSA members have the training and skills for your carpet cleaning needs.

When you need janitorial cleaning services for your company or organization, look for a janitorial cleaning company that focuses on great customer service. At IJCSA (International Janitorial Cleaning Services Association), our janitorial member companies are specially trained in delivering exceptional customer service to meet every client’s needs.

At IJCSA, customer service means understanding exactly what our client’s needs are, providing well-trained janitorial staff to meet and exceed those needs by maintaining clean, healthful, and safe environments, and ensuring our clients are 100% satisfied every time. IJCSA member janitorial companies exhibit professionalism and pride in our work and reputations. Explore our searchable member directory and rest assured, you’ll be connected with janitorial cleaning services to meet your needs.

The house cleaning and janitorial industry has a high potential for exposure rate in the daily work. Caution is required in every step of the cleaning duties for everyone, not just select workers. This is a concept everyone should be actively aware of in every job. Having a background working with children and adults in various environments has expanded my understanding the dangers of exposure. Taking safety for granted is not acceptable in the working environment. My first house cleaning job resulted  in finding a syringe containing an unknown liquid. Thankfully the syringe was properly capped in the refrigerator, but precautions were still implemented. This situation has also resulted in a new working standard that the house is walked and observed during a consultation to identify any potential hazards to ensure proper preparedness for all workers prior to beginning work. 

Steps of exposure prevention include making sure we have our own wounds properly covered prior to wearing our personal protective equipment. Contact with bloodborne pathogens has become quite common through moving personal items including shaving razors (manual and electric), linens, reaching into drawers and cabinets, as well as emptying all trash cans regardless of the location. People typically utilize trash recepticles that are close in proximity, providing opportunity for exposure throughout a home. Lack of knowledge about a person's health places us in this industry at high risk and we must always take precautions by using our personal protective equipment at all times. 

We need to ensure we are sanitizing and disinfecting our equipment regularly to prevent cross contamination between environments and individuals. Prior to opening my business I taught proper handwashing techniques in child care centers due to high sickness rates. I startedmy lessons with a "pop quiz" for proper techniques including hand scrubbing time. I lost count of how many adults did not know the proper techniques and time (typically 5-10 seconds of rubbing their hands together is what I saw). After teaching the proper techniques, it was reported to me the school staff and children saw a huge surge in attendance and less "out sick" calls. This is just an example of how something as simple as proper handwashing can be valuable in exposure prevention. I always make sure my staff have plenty of gloves, eye protection, and face masks to help with prevention. I provide shoe covers as well, to make sure contamination does not occur from my cleaners' shoes. 

Taking the time to educate our employees is such an important role to prevent disease exposure, keep staff working, and lower the transmission rate of deadly diseases. Something as simple as picking up a used tissue can cause exposure if precautions are not implemented. This training is the utmost importance specifically for my business because I am working with my local homeless shelters to help put people back to work. My goal is to utilize this employment to assist people in finding an employment direction, understand safety procedures, and educating them on healthy behaviors to boost them up in life and healthier future for them and their families.