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  • 14 Aug 2020 11:34 AM | Deleted user

    Customer Service is vital, its so important to represent your company with a caring and concerning first impressing. IJCSA is a top notch professional company who displays customer service skills at all times. From review's and talking with some of the members with IJCSA, I could surely tell that my concerns were their concerns and that made me feel just great. Now that I've this wonderful team of experts, I will display the same character as IJCSA. Putting our clients first is so important, their needs and desires are our first and far most concerns. We love to see our clients smile back at us, it shows that we have done an exceptional service. There are a lot of competitors in this industry, but the wisdom and knowledge that we gain, allows our services to stand out. We don't fear our competitors, we embrace them with all confident. IJCSA is the number industry to invest in, if you want your company to exceed to its full and great potential.

  • 13 Aug 2020 3:26 PM | Deleted user

    The importance of cleaning employees and staff knowing about bloodborne pathogens is essential in maintaining a safe workplace and environment. Bloodborne pathogens can easily be transmitted when proper training is not practiced. In the medical profession, schools, stores, or any sector where people come in contact with one another must practice or have a universal approach when experiencing any transmission of blood, fluids, coughing, sneezing, vomiting, open wounds,etc. Therefore knowing which protocols  are standard according to OSHA are essential to maintain.

    Cleaning employees and staff must maintain certifications as needed and in an event there is a workplace accident perform duties. Both must follow OSHA Standards on Bloodborne pathogens by wearing PPE, clean up spills, call proper personnel when needed, record incidents, etc.

    Even though accidents occur OSHA has put many guidelines in place for both employees and staff to follow on Bloodborne pathogens. We must do our part to maintain certification, practice precaution, and be ready to act when an incident does occur. When taken seriously employees and staff are at ease knowing a plan is in place, therefore educating them on this is essential. 

  • 13 Aug 2020 8:45 AM | Deleted user

    Janitors and janitorial staff play a pivotal role in our day to day lives by providing a clean and sanitized workspace, which lessen the spread of pathogens. As well as the appearance of a safe and clean facilities. 

    Janitors are a very important part of keeping the environment healthy and clean. Having the proper training to handle all type of hazards and bodily fluids clean ups. The proper training to dispose of blood borne pathogens to decrease, chances of exposure to others. 

    Since, COVID-19 has turned everyone’s life upside down. Janitors and Janitorial staff are considered essential workers, we have always been essential workers, doing jobs other won’t do. Keeping  janitorial staff updated on training for new and improved ways to reduce contamination to blood borne pathogens. To find a janitorial service, click on link. link  https://www.ijcsa.org/Janitorial-Service-Directory-Find-A-Janitorial-Service-JanitorialServices

  • 13 Aug 2020 6:18 AM | Deleted user

    Bloodborne Pathogens...... What are those? Are they good for you? Can they be harmful? As a cleaning professional should I know about them? These are a few of the questions that will answered in this article. Ready....let's discuss.

    Bloodborne Pathogens are infectious microorganisms in human blood that can cause disease in humans. Bloodborne pathogens can be the cause of diseases such as HBV or HIV that can be seriously harmful to the body and can even lead to death. This is why it is imperative to be taken seriously when possible contact has been made for any profession. Especially when the profession requires higher possible contact, Such as cleaning professionals.

    As a cleaning professional, Bloodborne pathogens is a subject matter that you should be well versed on and have a firm understanding of safety precautions and procedures when faced with possible exposure. This knowledge is imperative for your safety for not only you but also those that you work with and even your loved ones at home. Understanding and adhering to exposure procedures could be a matter of life and death in some cases. You should have a thorough understanding and never deviate. 

  • 13 Aug 2020 6:01 AM | Deleted user

    It is essential to maintaining a safe and clean environment that cleaning staff are educated on bloodborne pathogensOSHA estimates that 5.6 million workers in the health care industry and related occupations are at risk of occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens It is important that cleaning employees and staff know how to combat these pathogens.. 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 abrasions/open cuts/wounds may expose workers to blood borne pathogens. You never know what disease someone may have so when exposed to human blood or bodily fluids its best to treat everything as if it is infectious. 

    It is important to use appropriate cleaning materials for blood borne pathogens and to use proper equipment. PPE should always be worn to avoid and reduce risk of infection from bloodborne pathogens. A written exposure control plan should be written out and discussed/updated annually. If an exposure is to occur, a record must be kept of the incident for three years. But having planned out procedures on how to recognize and contain hazards we can efficiently protect ourselves while eliminating and disposing of contaminated materials.

    Universal precautions should be taken when cleaning bloodborne pathogens; labeling or color-coding is sufficient enough to let all employees know that compliance with the Universal Precautions is required. Proper labeling is required if contained pathogens are being transported to another disposal service/facility. All personal protective equipment and cleaning supplies/tools must be disinfected after cleaning bloodborne pathogens.




  • 12 Aug 2020 9:54 PM | Deleted user

    Janitorial staff can be thought of public health defenders. Not only do they aid in safeguarding the health of their clients, but they can also boost productivity as well as decrease the absenteeism rate at the workplace.

    Every person capable of thinking, knows how to clean. What matters is, is the cleanliness done just for appearance, or for health purposes? Would you rather mop the floor with just water as the sole solvent or, mix some disinfectants into it as well? The latter is cleaning for health. It not only ensures that the place is clean but also ensures public health by decreasing the number of microorganisms in the surrounding which could cause harm. This also ensures improved productivity as every individual favors working in a clean environment.

    It also may decrease the rate of absenteeism as a clean working environment may decrease the risks of workers getting ill. All of this is possible through the work the janitorial staff provide as they are trained to handle various scenarios such as; being trained how to handle Bloodborne Pathogens https://ijcsa.org/page-826004 , which Chemicals are suitable for the situation https://ijcsa.org/Chemical-Hazards-Certification ,etc. A list of services offered by various cleaning companies can be found here: https://ijcsa.org/Janitorial-Service-Directory-Find-A-Janitorial-Service-JanitorialServices .


  • 12 Aug 2020 7:23 PM | Deleted user

    The environmental oriented business tendency started gaining recognition in the 80’s. When a much clear environmental frame law was established and cleaning services were not the exceptions.

    The use of more and more environmental friendly products has increased considerable and almost every business has an eco-environment approach under the promise that no longer will there be chemicals absorbed into the skin or breathed in by any person.

    There is a wide range of benefits associated with green cleaning. Green cleaning products are not only safe but also environment friendly, and it is highly recommended for people who use them on a daily basis. Science has made it clear that traditional cleaning products can affect human health. Some of the cleaning products are known to contribute to health problems such as eye and skin allergies, and even respiratory irritation.

    So, to minimize the risks of the traditional product, the best option is to switch to green cleaning. Green cleaning, basically, can be defined as the process by which organic products (ingredients that are not harmful to humans and are environment friendly) are used for cleaning purpose.

    When you use products with harmful chemical in them, it not only affects you and the people around you but also degrades the environment. One of the most common ways that the toxin gets ingested is through air and water. By using green cleaner, you will help to reduce the pollution by minimizing its impact on the ozone layer and global warming. As these products do not have smog with toxins in them.

    Green cleaner are also biodegradable and can be easily recycled. They are free from toxins, so no risk of harming anyone directly or indirectly. They can be totally organic so no need to worry about the effects it might have.

    When looking at green products we must be careful, while those green cleaning elements mixed by your own hands are known, green cleaning product manufacturers are not required by law to list all the elements on their packaging.  This can lead to ‘greenwashing’ or the labeling of false ingredients. In recent years many companies and organizations have begun to see the benefit of using the green movement to market their products and services. This has led to the practice of greenwashing.  Simply defined, greenwashing is shown when any organization uses more time and money saying they are ‘green’ through marketing methods than actually employing the products and services that curtail the carbon footprint.

    Find Professional Certified Green Cleaning Services Here


  • 12 Aug 2020 11:07 AM | Alicia Prince

    When your business has great customer service, it puts the needs of the client first. Your business can do this in a number of ways, and when you are good at customer service, you are creative in how you achieve this. Here at IJCSA, we take time to really understand and certify for great customer service.

    The most important things for great customer service are listening, smiling, showing your attentiveness, and ability to help your clients in the best way that you can. This includes even if you do not have an answer for them. Always show support and an eagerness to assist. The customer comes first and when you show that you will happily help them and are able to complete the task best.

    When you do great at the service task and continuously show a great attitude and willingness to assist throughout, you are showing clients that you are a great fit for their service needs in the future as well. If an issue arises and you keep your same attentive, and positive attitude, you will be able to better resolve and keep your customer happy.

    There are so many services to choose from out there. When you look, please do keep in mind the importance of a good experience with the services you are in need of. When you choose a company at IJCSA, you know that they take customer service seriously along with their experience for the task at hand. 


    Here are a few locals to choose from: 

    https://www.ijcsa.org/Sys/PublicProfile/55802468/824566


    https://www.ijcsa.org/Sys/PublicProfile/42719527/824566


    https://www.ijcsa.org/Sys/PublicProfile/54140016/824566


  • 11 Aug 2020 11:23 AM | Deleted user

    The importance of customer service in the janitorial and cleaning business and how they apply to every businesses success. Firstly customer service is the foundation for any business not just cleaning and custodial services. Creating a comfortable experience for the customer will help any business to bring back repeat customers and also help sell more product. Customer service in the custodial and cleaning sector is extremely important in order to bring back repeat customers.

    The best way to maintain a steady stream of repeat and new customer referrals is going above and beyond for every customer. Going above and beyond can be something as simple as a smile. Customer service is also 90% about listening, listen to the customers complaints questions and concerns make sure you are engaged and never distracted talking to a customer.  Making the customer feel like his voice is being heard is half the battle, especially with upset customers. 

  • 11 Aug 2020 11:03 AM | Deleted user

    Hi... My name is Chris Lewis. I have around 20 years of custodial experience and have decided to specialize in flooring service. I'm looking forward to learning new techniques and practices within the industry.. There are many changes happening, so feel free to reach out as I will also. Right now, we have a 1200 p. s. i.. Mosquito machine which also works on hard floors /grout as well.. Thanks, Chris Lewis 805-915-7770

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