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  • 02 Aug 2021 8:58 AM | Deleted user

    Bloodborne Pathogens are one of the most important hazards in the cleaning business.  It is important for both the client and business side as it provides both an issue and a solution-opportunity.  Any successful cleaning business knows protecting and educating employees are two of the most important factors in owning a business. Protecting employees involves providing appropriate PPE, safety and precaution measures as well as ensuring all employees are educated on job safety and hazard precautions.  Education is the second most important factor.  Utilizing a monthly education series for all employees, whether virtually or in-person, can save the employee from exposure to a potentially life-altering disease and can save the employer from losing an excellent employee due to that exposure.  Not only does education keep your employees and your client safe, it can also save you time and money by potentially saving you from insurance claims due to improper training and employee exposure. A win-win all around!

    Many cleaning companies will face bloodborne pathogens in their day-to-day business.  Having properly educated and trained employees will help to ensure your clients gain and keep trust in your business. Showing knowledgeable employees are able to prevent initial contamination as well as cross-contamination is very important in both residential and commercial cleaning.  In residential cleaning, homeowners trust their cleaning professionals to provide a safe and clean environment that both individuals and families can entrust.  Minimizing exposure and cross-contamination in cleaning homes by understanding the dangers of bloodborne pathogens is imperative for success.  In commercial cleaning, especially in schools, medical offices and hospitals, a client is going to want to have confidence in the abilities of their cleaning company.  For commercial companies, there is also a level of compliance with industry standards that must be enforced by not only their company but any contracted companies that are utilized such as cleaners.  

    In summary, bloodborne pathogens precautions affect all areas of the cleaning industry.  Well educated employees, a culture of compliance and taking proper precautions are the winning combination for a successful business. It is the duty of every cleaning business owner to encourage employees to stay compliant and provide the resources needed to empower your employees for the safety of them, the company and the client, every time.

  • 01 Aug 2021 7:12 PM | Deleted user

    Bloodborne Pathogens are infectious micro-organisms found in human blood that can infect other humans. It is extremely important to educate cleaning staff about bloodborne pathogens. The purpose of providing education is to raise your employees’ awareness about assessing their environment for potential risks, how to reduce risk, how to handle risk, and procedures to follow if one has been exposed. Being vigilant about the potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens is essential to employee safety practices.

    Therefore, cleaning, and janitorial business owners, managers/supervisors, and employees are considered as frontline professionals who are exposed to these risks. But it is key to operate in such a fashion that all employees and other lay people are considered as infectious to maintain health and protection standards. The two main, but not limited to, bloodborne pathogens are HBV and HIV.

    As such, the IJCSA Bloodborne Pathogens Certification Training ensures that employees are adequately trained based on updated standards stipulated by OSHA. Training employees is important for protecting the safety and health of not only the employee but also other persons who the employee may encounter. Having standards to operate by to reduce risks; to perform assessments; and a control plan is paramount for employee and community safety.


  • 01 Aug 2021 12:57 PM | Deleted user
    The IJCSA has the best possible training program for bio-hazard certification. Their program makes you train not only in one topic. before you can even take the biohazard course you have to have a foundation of knowing other topics like bloodborne pathogens and chemicals. This means that companies that are IJCSA certified have the most knowledge and training when it comes to cleaning up biohazrds. You want a provider who knows that they are doing. Cleaning up biohazards can be a dangerous situation for not only workers but the clients. When you use an IJCSA member you can rest assure that the service is going to be the best in the industry because they have taken more time than others to learn their trade. If you just hire a fly by night company you could get a crappy service. This impacts you because you may be liable for health hazards to untrained workers at your scene. The last thing you need to also worry about is that if the job isnt done by an IJCSA member you may have to rehire someone else to complete it. You dont want to go through the process of getting a biohazard cleaned up only to realize that you need to bring another company out to do it again. Get your biohazard scene cleaned up the proper way, the way of experience and with the most knowledge by using an IJCSA member to do the service.
  • 01 Aug 2021 10:58 AM | Deleted user

    One of the main benefits of having a green cleaning program is it minimizes human health risk by reducing human exposure to harmful chemicals. Traditional cleaning products contain toxins that decrease air quality indoors. These toxins can cause issues such as eye, respiratory and skin burns or irritations, allergies, headaches, nausea, and even reproductive hazards. Only using green cleaning products reduce risk to both employee and client health from chemicals while working.

    There are also several environmental benefits from implementing a green cleaning program. Most of the packaging is made from biodegradable and recyclable materials. This cuts back on the use of raw materials which helps save resources, and also means less waste. Green cleaning products also reduce the VOC's (Volatile Organic Compounds) that are put in to the environment. 

  • 01 Aug 2021 7:29 AM | Deleted user

    Carpets and rugs can harbor not only dirt, but also bacteria, mold, dust mites, allergens, odors, and contaminants from the outdoors.  IJCSA certified carpet cleaners can assist in removing these particles, protecting the carpets, and extending the life of your carpets and rugs. IJCSA members can be found nationwide - visit https://www.ijcsa.org/Carpet-Cleaning-Directory to find an IJCSA member in your area.

  • 01 Aug 2021 12:56 AM | Anonymous

    It is important for employees to know how to properly handle bloodborne pathogens. Understanding the risk in dealing with any bodily fluid is the first step in keeping safe.

    Ensuring the proper offense is being taken when dealing with any potential bloodborne pathogen is key in helping prevent exposures. Making sure to utilize appropriate gloves and disinfectants is also another part in keeping safe. Taking time to remove soiled blankets or clothing. Properly disposing of any exposed item or items in the proper waste containers or bags.

    Lastly the employee should continue their education with all of the current OSHA standards of operation. The employee should have a good understanding of what to do when an exposure happens and how to mitigate any further risk to their health and safety.


  • 31 Jul 2021 6:43 AM | Deleted user

    Paramount to cleaning touch surfaces; knowledge and training about bloodborne pathogens (BBP) and protecting yourself and staff members when coming into contact must be universal and transparent. This article will explain the  importance of bloodborne pathogen training and how it effects the quality, health, and safety of those exposed in a cleaning setting. 

    Several setting will potentially put a cleaning technician in direct contact with bloodborne pathogens such as, blood, vomit, urine, saliva, etc.   Most notably, hospitals and healthcare settings will have some of the greatest chances for this to occur. Other settings where exposure to BBP can occur are: schools, residential/commercial/restoration cleaning crews , garbage collectors, to name a few. In order to ensure safety and quality, every staff member and or employee who may come into contact with BBP's must be trained in identifying and properly disposing of and or cleaning materials contaminated with BBP.

    Consequently, wearing proper personal protector equipment (PPE) while cleaning or sanitizing is the best way to prevent accidental exposure to these bio-hazards.  As each employee is trained in what BBP's are they must also be educated in best practices for cleaning and sanitizing. Equally important are PPE used to reduce exposure, such as: goggles, splash guard/face shields, respirators, gloves--chemical resistant, aprons or suits, and most importantly taking care to avoid needle sticks or punctures, and reporting any accidents to their appropriate supervisor.

    As a final step, thorough hand washing, avoiding facial touching, and wearing masks will ensure protection against illnesses and exposure to potentially life threatening toxins.  Following these practices will ensure transparency across quality, health, safety of each cleaning staff member, and utilizing best industry cleaning practices.

  • 30 Jul 2021 7:46 PM | Deleted user

    It is very important for our staff to know about bloodborne pathogens. The staff are on the frontline of interacting with potential dangerous and terminal diseases. They have to know what they are encountering and how to deal with those situations. They need to have the support of our company to teach them. It is our responsibility and the law to do this.

    There are potential dangerous and deadly diseases that can come from bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids. The most well known ones are HIV, AIDS and Hepatitis. These can severely impact the lives of people who get these illnesses. It is vital that we protect our employees by giving them the proper training and instruction on bloodborne pathogens. Their lives are at stake if we dont properly train them.

    Many times there is alot more to know about bloodborne pathogens than the general public knows. There are many myths that can be dangerous if the staff dont have the proper instruction. Furthermore if we neglect our duty to protect our employees we may be financially liable. We could lose our business and livelihood over not properly training our employees regarding bloodborne pathogens. They need to know about this because one failed misstep can change their entire future and ours too.


  • 29 Jul 2021 4:28 PM | Deleted user
    What company that specializes in Green Cleaning solutions?

    IJCSA Member are the certified Pros providing Green Cleaning. Whether you're a small-to- large size business or any size residential, our members are here at your rescue. Locate them at the directory link below. 

    Green cleaning is known to be an eco- friendly type cleaning, from health of your consumers and employees, to your business ecological footprint. This type of cleaning reduces pollutants in the environment and doesn't cause health problems typically caused  by non-green cleaning products.

    The IJCSA Members believe in doing their part to protect the environment. They are so committed to using products that are safe for the Earth. Specifically, each of our members use cleaning products that are environmentally responsible or sustainable

    Our IJCSA Members pride themselves in quality work and excellent customers services! Why wait, contact a member cleaning service TODAY!

    Directory Link:

    https://www.ijcsa.org/Green-Cleaning-Services 


    Frances Kelly

    Apply The Pessure LLC 

  • 29 Jul 2021 4:05 PM | Deleted user

    As we implement green cleaning as a certified IJCSA Member, we will be distinguished from our competitors. Being a certified green cleaning business will prove that we have the knowledge and credibility along with the know how. This certification will allow us to have a competitive edge over other businesses who are operating as a non-certified cleaning company or may not be certified to offer the service.

    Providing this service to customers will allow us to add more benefits. These benefits includes but not limited to: health and wellness, safety, and cleaning efficiency.


    One, health and wellness can eliminate exposure to toxic chemicals, reduce incidence of asthma attacks caused by dust and chemical allergens, as well as, improve indoor air quality by minimizing airborne dust and chemical gases.

    Secondly, safety can improve training programs by emphasizing safety and strengthening awareness, provide or recommend safer of handling of chemicals using automatic dilution dispensers, and improve control of chemical inventory and storage locations 

    Final, cleaning efficiency can improve cleaning processes and systems, promote increased learning and productivity, and reduce the frequency of labor-intensive tasks such as refinishing floors by using less intensive cleaning and maintenance activities more often.

    Frances Kelly

    Apply The Pressure LLC 




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