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  • 02 Mar 2022 4:15 PM | Deleted user

    Many people go in and out of a Hospital you don't know what people could have. I wouldn't want my grandbaby to come into the  ER and get something from someone that was in the room before them it might have been someone that was contagious so a hospital needs cleaned thoroughly every time so no one get cross contaminated diseases. If you need info contact http://janitorial-contractors.com

  • 02 Mar 2022 3:48 PM | Deleted user

    Properly cleaning healthcare facilities is extremely important for the safety of the patients, staff, and anybody that may have to come in contact of the facility. Germs and soil stick to several surfaces and must be removed properly to make sure spreading of diseases is minimum to none. Using the proper cleaning supplies and chemicals is a must.

    The key to reducing bloodborne pathogens and cross contamination is to keep caring environments cleaned to a standard as near to ultimate hygiene as possible. Germs and other harmful bacteria can live on surfaces and people could indirectly get infected if all high traffic and vulnerable areas in healthcare settings are not cleaned and sanitized.

    These types of facilities should be routine cleaned. If an area is heavily soiled it should be cleaned first and then use disinfectants for sanitizing. Patients want to have their problem taken care of and leave better than they went in. Having a dirty non-sanitized healthcare environment does not offer that.

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  • 01 Mar 2022 12:18 PM | Deleted user

    Knowing the proper way and proper chemical to use to clean pathogens is very important. using proper ppe to clean with makes a big different never clean up blood without ppe.

    Handling laundry that has pathogens on them and putting them in the right color of bag to get them to laundry is a great . alway use a cart to transfer  them to laundry and put in right bin in laundry room.

     Using red bags to throw red trash away and tieing it so liquid cant escape is a very important thing to know and take it directly to hazmat room so there wont be a chance of someone getting exposed.

  • 28 Feb 2022 8:45 PM | Deleted user

    When it comes to any type of business having great customer service should be top priority. Having bad customer service will definitely detour clients and customers away from your establishment. If and when that happens "word of mouth" spreads and before you know it you might be out of business.

    Now if you are looking for qualified cleaners, that will take your needs seriously then you are on the right site. IJCSA members know just how to satisfy their clients with great work ethic along with great customer service. Customer satisfaction is our number one priority.

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  • 27 Feb 2022 10:07 AM | Terry Strong

      THEY ARE BAD green Cleaning products help in that . They remove dust, allergens, and germs from our indoor environment. Have you ever considered the environmental and health impacts of the regular cleaning chemicals? 

    janitors experience workplace injury from chemical exposure. That is just the professional custodial staff. All building occupants come into contact with cleaning products in one way or another. There are light cleaning tasks such as wiping desks and counters. Plus, anyone in the building can breathe in the volatile compounds from cleaning products. 

    Certain chemicals may irritate skin, eyes, or throat. Some commercial-grade products may be hazardous in concentrated forms. Cleaning products enter the environment during the course of regular use by getting rinsed down the drain or evaporating into volatile compounds. Residue can linger on surfaces and cleaning tools. 

    BMI is an affordable commercial cleaning service in Ottawa that uses green cleaning methods to keep our planet safe. From offices to warehouses, we handle all types of workspaces.

    Utilizing only green cleaning practices and eco-friendly products, but we also help you do your part in keeping the environment clean. Having led the industry since the company’s inception, BMI maintains its reputation as the company to call for keeping your commercial space spic and span.




  • 25 Feb 2022 2:42 PM | Terry Strong

    BMI’s approach to cleaning has been designed to use safer, less toxic products while achieving a cleaner and healthier environment. Our approach enables us to create a win-win relationship with our clients. If we help our clients to maintain or increase their LEED Certification Level, we also earns a reputation as the company moving society into a ”greener” future which positions us as leaders in the green cleaning business in the National Capital Region.

    The BMI green cleaning process ensures the success of your program.

    Basic principles of One Step to Go Green Program include:

    • Use green cleaning processes such as spraying cleaning products directly onto cloths, using microfiber mops, and using cold water.
    • Clean daily on-site services, occasional carpet washing, and floors waxing.
    • Use chemical management systems for accurate product dilution in order to improve indoor quality
    • Ensure proper vacuuming, extraction, rinsing, drying and emptying vacuum bags at the end of shifts.
    • Establish preventative and corrective measures to improve cleaning operations
    • Pay particular attention to door handles, bright work and other areas where people come in contact with the facility or its fixtures.
    • Apply disinfectant ensuring that this one has positive dwell time to remove dirt/germens using fewer products.
    • Use less hazardous chemicals and storage them by using a nomenclature based on color-coded to promote safety and avoid cross-contamination.

    Use of Environmental Products and Materials

    BMI environmental cleaning practices avoid any chemicals that are skin irritants, toxic or harmful to the environment. BMI’s staff has been educated about LEED standards, and the company supervisors are familiarized with the LEED process, especially when it comes to products and materials. Most products we use maintain a reduced environmental impact, including those with Green Seal® or EcoLogo® certification. We also use “Green” paper products to comply with EPA’s Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines and Green Seal’s Standards for Tissue (GS-1) and Towels (GS-9).

    Use of Sustainable Janitorial Equipment

    Our company maintains a plan for the use of powered janitorial equipment that maximizes the effective reduction of building contaminants with minimum environmental impact. Our cleaning equipment carries the Carpet and Rug Institute’s (CRI) Green Label® or is approved by the US Green Building Council. We keep our equipment well maintained for efficiency and decreased impact on occupant health.

    At BMI, all new powered cleaning equipment purchased and used at the facility complies with The CRI Seal of Approval (This signifies a superior cleaning vacuum that has passed stringent testing for soil removal, dust containment and carpet appearance retention). 


  • 25 Feb 2022 12:15 PM | Terry Strong


    It’s true. Green cleaning isn’t just some sort of moral high ground for businesses to stand on – although it certainly carries a positive moral connotation. It’s more than another socially-responsible box to check off or a badge to point to – although it’s certainly a reputation booster.

    It actually benefits the bottom line of businesses in tangible ways. And, if you’re considering green cleaning services for your business, that’s worth taking into account.

    With that in mind, here are three ways that green cleaning services can benefit your business.

    Green Cleaning Services Can Increase Your Business’ ROI

    Green cleaning services can actually benefit the ROI your business receives from cleaning services – and that factors into bottom line profit at the end of the day. We’ve touched on this before, to some extent, to dispel the myth that green cleaning services are more expensive than traditional cleaning services (they’re not). But they’re more than simply comparatively priced; green cleaning services, comprehensively instituted, provide significant cost savings.

     

    First, as mentioned, they’re more efficient – both in terms of the frequency of cleaning, and in terms of the amount of chemicals used. That efficiency translates into cost savings; cleaning companies are able to reduce the costs of chemical purchases and time spent on cleaning activities, which translates directly to reduce the costs to your businesses.

     

    Additionally, green cleaning services reduce the injuries to custodial staff and workers – there are fewer harsh chemicals to deal with, and the health of indoor environments is improved. The result of fewer injuries, of course, is fewer compensation claims – which again translates directly to reduced costs for your business.

    Finally, green cleaning services attract potential clients and tenants. If given the chance between frequenting a facility that uses green cleaning, or a facility that doesn’t, tenants and clients almost aways choose green. That offers opportunities for your business.


  • 25 Feb 2022 11:59 AM | Terry Strong

    Green cleaning is better for the environment. Green Chemicals get the building clean with less indoor air pollution. They are also less harmful to custodial workers and building occupants. Buying concentrated cleaners lowers the impact of packaging and shipping.

    Green products often use reusable, reduced, or recyclable packaging. Using less hazardous products may reduce the costs of proper disposal for leftover product.

    . That is just the professional custodial staff. All building occupants come into contact with cleaning products in one way or another. There are light cleaning tasks such as wiping desks and counters. Plus, anyone in the building can breathe in the volatile compounds from cleaning products. 

    At levels of typical use, the risk of adverse health impacts from chemical cleaning products is low. Still, reducing potential hazards is an integral part of chemical management safety. Certain chemicals may irritate skin, eyes, or throat. Some commercial-grade products may be hazardous in concentrated forms.

     Cleaning products enter the environment during  their regular use by getting rinsed down the drain or evaporating into volatile compounds. Residue can linger on surfaces and cleaning tools. 


  • 25 Feb 2022 11:23 AM | Terry Strong

    Until recently, finding effective green cleaning partner could be difficult. Today, every major building  service provider  has a green clean product line Find One here  Green Cleaning Service Directory

    Eco Logo and Green Seal are two generally accepted standards that are useful in identifying certified green clean product choices. Both standards have been adopted across North America and are interchangeable.


  • 24 Feb 2022 7:12 PM | Anonymous

      When cleaning for any employee. Always make sure you have on the proper PPE before starting the job. You should locate all wash station in case of emergency. You should also know what to do. If you happen to come into contact with any Bloodborne pathogens.

       You should clean and disinfect all environmental surfaces. Its fundamental to reduce potential contribution to healthcare- associated infections. Part of maintaining patients' well-being is protecting them from bacteria.

       It's good to store hazardous materials in the proper location. Never assume that fluids that you clean up is safe. Always take the proper steps to do a great job and make it home. 

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