Being green clean certified provides many benefits for my company.  I will be able to protect my clients from the harsh chemicals found in toxic cleaning products.  Knowing that I will be reducing or eliminating respiratory and skin problems brings me satisfaction. 

There will be less harm done to the environment by the use of non-toxic and biodegradable products. The overall air quality will improve. 

We are able to show our dedication to protect human health and the environment.  We care about our clients and the people in the world.  

Being listed on the IJCSA Green Cleaning Service Directory will help our prospective clients find us. They will be confident in knowing they're receiving cleaning services from a certified green cleaning company. 

Being in the cleaning industry for some, we can be lulled into thinking that we know it all but following my review of the blood borne pathogens course, a few things became clear for me.  First, it is imperative to wear PPE at all times.  While it is probably safe to assume that most of us wear gloves, I have not been as diligent about PPE to cover me eyes and when I have used eye protection is has been in the form of safety glasses, which are more appropriate for construction work. Goggles are more appropriate for cleaning in environments where any type of bodily fluids may be present as they provide far greater protection and reduce the chance of contact with bodily fluids.

Secondly, something that I have been guilty of many times in the past is eating and drinking either before or after cleaning, while on a customer's premises.  I did not realize that OSHA guidelines warn against this practice.  I think that most people can understand how easy this error can occur, especially when working evenings and not want to elongate our time away from our homes and family, it is pretty easy to see how and why some might be apt to eat at work.  Now that this practice has been brought to me attention as being potentially, hazardous, I'll be sure not to do it any more and I'll make sure to pass this along to my team members, especially those who clean medical facilities.

Finally, it never dawned on me to sanitize trash cans that contain potentially hazardous materials, even where no visible rips or leaks can be seen.  Going forward, I am going to sanitize all trash cans every night to further reduce the possibility of cross contamination. 

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 In order to maintain a good carpet cleaning program, you need a plan of action, organizational structure, needed materials, and to record progress/ratings.

The plan of action includes, preparing a schedule, demonstrate different tasks, responsibility, allocations and performance targets. The organizational structure is the support to make sure the plan of action happens smoothly.

It is through promotion, training/workshops, encouraging teamwork, and mentoring that enhances innovation, creativity, and great customer ratings.

The needed materials are based on how much the job requires. Recording progress and rating helps with customer satisfaction, building a large industry vs only a small business.

In the cleaning industry, businesses may try new cleaning products, procedures, research and development, or executing/creating policies. Its like a game of trial and error.

When it comes to carpet cleaning there can be no errors. If you make an error you forever leave your customers and clients with a stain on their carpet that they will always remember you by. In turn, giving you negative reviews. 

Don`t trust your carpets to amateurs. Find professional certified carpet cleaning companies here. 

IJCSA Professional Carpet Cleaning Services know the importance of regularly maintaining your carpet and rugs. Whether it's your appliances, furniture or floors, our team strives to provide our customers with service that is above and beyond expectations. As we continue to educate ourselves, we are better able to inform our customers on what would be best for them. IJCSA  members that are trained and certified will give you peace of mind. From contacting to carrying out the tasks necessary to complete your project, our team is equipped.

Your floors and their best quality are important to us. That is why we take pride in being highly educated in their construction. Knowing the best chemistry and equipment to use will help us tackle your cleaning projects. Our aim is your satisfaction. From removing stubborn stains in your carpets to restoring them to their best, allow an IJCSA certified carpet cleaning member to assist you with you carpet cleaning needs

A green cleaning program shines with plenty of benefits. Not only is the environment affected by toxic chemicals, but human health is at risk as well. "Green cleaning", or the use of environmentally friendly cleaning methods, may help reduce the great amount of toxic chemicals which harm humans and the environment daily. Having a green cleaning program is highly beneficial.

Making the world a better place is truly satisfying. If everybody just makes a small change it has a big impact on the earth. To start, reducing resource usage and pollution can bring acknowledgment from the community. Green cleaning improves self-esteem and efficiency in residents. Improved health becomes fewer sick days taken by employees. Liability from worker safety issues is reduced too. You see, green cleaning practiced by humans can both benefit their health and environment. Plus, benefits are increasing with more eco-friendly products now available. 

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Cleaning companies that Green clean use products that have less impact on the environment, such as low toxicity, more biodegradability, low volatile organic compound (VOC) content, and reduced packaging.

You will find that the advantage of using a cleaning company that adheres to Green standards will lower the impact of harmful exposure to your building occupants. It improves indoor air quality, while still receiving effective building cleanliness. This along with less, and recyclable packaging also contributes to an all around better environment!

In your search for a Green cleaning company use the IJCSA Green Cleaner Directory, there you will find a reputable and professional Green cleaning service provider.

Carpet cleaning is very important and can be used in so many different aspects of our lives. The carpet in your home can not only affect the quality of your own life but also the lives of your children. Having a pet can cause major damage to a carpet. They can cause bad odor to the carpet as well as stains from urine and can even infect the carpet with fleas. Many home remedies you can use involve steam cleaning and vacuuming. Some products you can use is salt and borax. It is very important to quarantine the animal before cleaning the infected area. Having your home safe and clean will make you want to help others improve their lives around them. Please refer to the Carpet Cleaning Directory to find the right company for you. 

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In my cleaning business I plan to target the schools. Schools can be one of the dirtiest places around. The fact that schools house so many students proves that they are succeptable to the germs around them. Once one student is affected then it spreads around the whole school and you have an outbreak.  Implementing carpet cleaning in my business is very important because there are many uses for it in our schools. 

Many teachers in the teachers lounge drink coffee and there is bound to be coffee stains on the carpet.  The materials used at schools involve inks and paints. I am able to clean these out of the carpet. In many highschools discarding gum has become a major problem. If it doesn't end up under the desk it will end up on the carpet which is why my services are needed. Lastly one of the most important rooms to clean in a school is the special ed room. With students who are unable to take care of themselves there is a liklehood that stains such as blood, poop, and urine will get on the carpet. This can be cleaned by my carpet company as well. 

It's 2019, and with every passing year the general public is becoming more conscious of how chemicals have negative actions on our environment.

In the Washington DC metro area, green certification among commercial cleaners is highly sought after, as the general population are among the most highly educated in the country.

No matter where your business is established or frequently doing business, or who your clients are, cleaning companies are constrained to do their part in the sustainability of the earth.

If ethics is not enough to persuade a company to have a green cleaning program, the clients that you won't obtain due to lacking a green program should be enough.  

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During the cleaning process, cleaning workers are exposed to the contaminated areas and under the threat of bloodborne pathogens. If the employees and staff have no idea about bloodborne pathogens, they might push down the garbage with bare hands, or do not care to be aware of needlesticks and other sharps-related injuries that may happen, or dispose contaminated sharps the wrong way… These are the beginning of a disaster.

It is employers’ responsible for providing safe and healthful workplaces for the employees and staff. OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard requires that employer must implement an exposure control plan for the worksite to protect their employee and staff against exposure to bloodborne pathogens, such as hepatitis B virus and human immunodeficiency virus.

By knowing bloodborne pathogens, injuries and bloodborne infections can be avoided. Cleaning employees and staff know how to use appropriate personal protective equipment before they are exposed to any potentially infectious materials. They know how to use safer medical devices. They know how to protect themselves and others better.

All in all, do not ignore bloodborne pathogens because you cannot see the risk to your life hiding right in front of you.