Learning OSHA's on the job methods when handling biohazardous waste and working in hazardous areas is strongly advised because it reduces the risk of accidents, potential lawsuits, and can lower a business's insurance rates.

The duty of a certified Biohazard removal company is to completely clean, sanitize and deodorize the site where a violent crime, suicide or traumatic accident has occurred.

Biohazard cleanup can be challenging work that requires employees to handle potentially hazardous materials such as blood and body fluids, and proper handling is essential to the safety of all concerned.

OSHA requires any employee having the potential of being exposed to bloodborne pathogens to complete a training program in such and personnel protective equipment. This includes individuals working in a wide range of industries.

We at IJCSA and it's members are happy to offer on-the-job training in bioremediation and safety compliance to all its employees in order to keep them safe during these challenging times and during the clean up procedures.

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Eighty percent of common infections are spread by hands. Washing your hands at least five times a day has been shown to significantly decrease the frequency of colds, influenza (the “flu”) and other infections. Not only will it help keep you healthy, it will help prevent the spread of infectious diseases to others.

Even if your hands appear to be clean, they carry germs and viruses. Hands pick up germs, viruses and other micro-organisms in a number of ways. When people who are sick sneeze or cough, the germs that are making them sick are expelled into the air in tiny droplets. If these droplets get onto your hands, and then you touch your mouth, eyes or nose without washing away the germs, you can pick up the infection. You can also get sick if you don't wash your hands before and after preparing food, after handling raw meat and after using the toilet.

Although hand washing might seem like a simple task, you should follow these steps to thoroughly rid your hands of germs.

What kind of soap should I use?

• Use plain soap that does not contain antibacterial agents. Plain soap will remove the dirt and grease that attract bad bacteria.
• Plain soap will not kill the good bacteria that live on the hands.
• Using antibacterial products unnecessarily increases the concentration of antibiotics in the water supply and in the environment and may contribute to antibiotic resistance.

Proper steps.

• Remove any hand or arm jewelry you may be wearing.
• Wet your hands with warm water.
• Apply plain soap to your hands and rub together for 20 seconds (the length of time it takes to sing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star or Happy Birthday)
• Wash the front and back of your hands, as well as between your fingers and under your nails.
• Rinse your hands well for 10 seconds under warm running water, using a rubbing motion.
• Wipe and dry your hands gently with a paper towel or a clean towel. Drying them vigorously can damage the skin.
• Turn off the tap using the paper towel so that you do not re-contaminate your hands. When using a public bathroom, use the same paper towel to open the door when you leave.
• If skin dryness is a problem, use a moisturizing lotion.

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Bloodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms present in blood that can cause disease in humans. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B virus (HBV), hepatitis C virus (HCV), and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the virus that causes AIDS.

Some of the ways in which employees are infected by bloodborne pathogens in the workplace are as follows: Salivia, sweat, tears, vaginal fluids, and blood. If you touch your eyes, mouth, and nose these microorganisms can enter your body.

There are ways to protect yourself by using gloves, safety glasses, mask, washing of hands. Do everything possible to not handle a syringe improperly if you should need to pick up and discard. Follow all  OSHA recommendations.

How Important Are Janitors & Janitorial Staff To Our Daily Lives ?

I can't tell you how many times we have received many thank you and appreciation on keeping our clients facilities clean. We as janitors face huge risk and sometime are frown upon as well. However, janitors and staff play a vital role in protecting the health of every individual in the facility that's being service. We help prevent and decrease the spread of illness and infections like COVID-19 and others. It times like this, we are needed more than ever. Janitors make sure things are cleaned properly and in a timely manner. 

Not only is janitors there to keep the facility healthy and clean. Our janitorial services is vital in keeping the appearance of the facility up and also keeping visitors and customers happy. This help create longevity business relationships and a positive outlook on the company brand. A business brand speaks many things about them, and all businesses always want to leave an ever lasting impressions. I know a janitorial staff aids in this. 

Good and healthy cleaning help people to live, work, and learn in a more enjoyable atmosphere. People are happy to know they can enter into a building that is consistently clean and well-maintained. IJCSA offer a list of cleaning companies that provide great service. Even in a time during COVID-19 there are many cleaning business still in operation https://www.ijcsa.org/Janitorial-Service-Directory-Find-A-Janitorial-Service-JanitorialServices because our services are mandatory and much needed to public health and safety. Although janitors face the battle of invisible gems head on, we still strive to get the job done to keep everyone healthy. 

Bloodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms present in the blood that can cause disease in humans.These pathogens include but are not limited to: Hepatitis B Virus (HBV), Hepatitis C Virus (HCV), and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), the virus that causes Aids. Bloodborne pathogens can be transmitted through contact with human blood and other potentially infectious body fluids.

Workers exposed to bloodborne pathogens are at risk for serious or life-threatening illnesses. OSAH's Bloodborne Pathogens standard can be found in Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations at 29 CFR 1910.1030. The standard's requirements state what employers must do to protect workers who are occupationally exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials (OPIM). This standard protect workers who can reasonably anticipated to come in contact with blood or OPIM as a result of doing their jobs.

Employees of cleaning companies come into contact with blood or OPIM on a daily bases. The dangers that lurks in the workplace form bloodborne pathogens aren't always visible to the naked eye, yet if expose to could change your life for ever. As a result employees must be familiar with the dangers of bloodborne pathogens as well as the steps they must take to protect themselves and others from BBP exposures.

Keeping carpets regularly clean is vital to your health. Hidden in your carpets or rugs are germs and dust mites. Whether you have small children with allergies or asthma cleaning your carpets frequently will keep them healthy. Also, cleaning your carpets will kill germs and limit sickness. Choosing the right cleaning company will ensure that your carpets are cleaned the right way. Here at IJCSA, we are passionate about carpets. Our top priority is to keep your carpets and rugs spotless. When your carpets and rugs require cleaning think of IJCSA certified cleaners.

Not from lack of trying or drying up all the water that my boys splash around in the tub we still manage to get mold in the seams of the tub inside and out. I was just using bleach and water and that wasn't working so i asked my mom and she suggested CLR. This product doesn't have the strong smell of chemicals like bleach so for that i loved this product. Its been a little over 4 days and i haven't seen any return of the mold. Tonight I am going to clean up and dry the area real well then spray the CLR to try to prevent it from returning. I will keep you all updated on how well the product is working for me. So far i am very pleased with this product.

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Mold Cleaning

Molds are a part of the natural environment and can be anywhere there is a water source. Mold is usually not a problem until it starts to grow inside of the house and then you need to make sure you fix the problem and dry the area completely. If not mold can begin to grow within 48-72 hours. The best way to control mold is to control moisture. 

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“Thyme” for Something New

Oxi-Thyme is the perfect match for comprehensive, daily, green cleaning care for your needs. The Oxi-Thyme treatment is the next generation of safe and effective, no-touch green cleaning that ensures your home, business, and auto are safe for you and yours. We’re certified IJSCA members armed with the latest information and cutting edge techniques.

Ensuring your home is safe is imperative for households with high-risk members. Our Oxy-Thyme trained professionals go over all your high-touch surfaces to ensure that your home is safe for all family members. All members can safely return home in less than an hour after the treatment.

Oxy-Thyme has all your business needs covered as well. By using Oxy-Thyme services, you’re ensuring your employees have a clean working environment every single day. This cuts down on the amount of sickness and colds spread around the office, and leads to more productive and ultimately happier employees. Using a certified member of the IJSCA means that you’re giving back to the community by reducing your environmental impact and that you’re doing your part to stop the spread of viruses and sickness. Oxy-Thyme doesn’t need you to close your business for their proprietary blend of CDC approved Hydrogen Peroxide and Thyme oil, and they can even come after business hours to suit your needs.

The need for professional green cleaning doesn’t stop at the door of a business or a home, however. Oxi-Thyme has the ability to ensure that your auto is safe and clean as well. Using a green cleaning treatment for your auto’s ensures that you’re not taking any uninvited passengers into your home or business. The process to green clean your vehicle is quick and efficient, you’ll be able to drive happily within an hour after service.

Oxi-Thyme’s trained professionals have you covered for all of your daily green cleaning needs.

Call today to get started on your green cleaning program consultation!

Beware of the Green-Washed, Snake-Oil Salesmen

Green Cleaning is a hot topic lately, as it should be, there are huge benefits to making the switch to green cleaning. Committing to green cleaning means that you’re putting your health and environment first and there are benefits for all involved. However, some less than honorable companies are taking advantage of this trend by advertising themselves as “green”, when they are not. These companies are modern-day snake-oil salesmen, saying anything to close the deal and breaking the consumer trust in the market.

Consumers have to be wary and on the lookout for companies looking to make a quick buck off of the green cleaning movement. There are so many green-washed charlatans that it can be hard for a consumer to know their legitimacy. It’s important to Oxi-Thyme that our customers have full confidence in our knowledge, professionalism, and services. That’s why Oxi-Thyme is IJSCA certified. IJSCA members have to renew every year to stay up to date on the latest information and international green cleaning requirements. Oxi-Thyme’s customers can rest easy knowing they’re with the best.

Green Cleaning is challenging everything about the modern-day cleaning industry. Why do we have to use caustic and toxic chemicals to clean our homes and businesses? Why do our products HAVE to have these terrible ingredients that destroy our bodies and the environment?

Isn’t there a better way to clean that solves all of this? Yes! That’s why green cleaning is the way of a more conscious future. Oxi-Thyme’s proprietary blend of CDC approved Hydrogen Peroxide and Thyme oil is an environmentally safe alternative to traditional cleaning methods

and eliminates the need for our customers to be continuously exposed to toxic carcinogens that affect their lungs and health.

Consumers should beware of dubious and too good to be true companies that proclaim to be “green cleaning certified”. You can easily search for a certified green cleaning professional by using the IJSCA Green Cleaning Directory for a provider in your area. Oxi-Thyme is proud to be a member of the IJSCA’s green cleaning certified professionals. IJSCA has been in the janitorial business for over 10 years and has over 2,500 members internationally.