Cleanzine: your weekly cleaning and hygiene industry newsletter 7th November 2019 Issue no. 893
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  International News
Products European social partners in industrial cleaning adopt a joint statement on digitalisation
IICRC seeks volunteers for the development of three new Standards
The BSR/IICRC S230 Standard for Professional Inspection of Flooring Subfloors and Substrates; The BSR/IICRC S410 Standard for Infection Control During Professional Cleaning and Maintenance of the Commercial Built Environment; and the BSR/IICRC S760 Standard for Professional Restoration of Structures and Items Damaged by Wildfire Smoke. Self-cleaning nanotechnology improves wellbeing
Those responsible for the buildings we use, says the company, are racing to offer innovative new approaches in this category. Team Group acquires Robinson Solutions
"Bringing these two great companies together will bring exceptional value to our customers and offer more opportunities for our employees as we continue to expand worldwide," said Clint Griffin, CEO, Team Group. How hi-vis garments can last 50 washes instead of 25
That means if hi-vis clothes are washed twice a week; they will no longer comply with current EN ISO 20471:2013 standards in just 12 weeks. Cintas crowns Nashville Zoo 'America's Best Restroom'
As this year's winner, Nashville Zoo will get to properly crown its golden thrones with prizes from Cintas. International partnership will bring new scrubber dryer technology to the UK
PW-Aroma introduces Scentaura fragrance diffuser range
Polaris Introduces new range of EuCertPlast refuse sacks
Bio security: Cleaning ATM machines and internal surfaces
Kimberly-Clark recognised for sustainability leadership by EPA SmartWay and Ethical Corporation
Anago Cleaning Systems officially opens new headquarters
Rosemor shares escalator/travellator cleaning expertise
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Cleanzine - the original Cleaning & Hygiene industry e-news Read by industry professionals in 163 countries worldwide! With yet another General Election coming up in the UK and the threat of a protracted strike by South Western Railway staff in the lead up to and over the holiday period, there's a lot of discussion about whether Labour's idea of renationalising our public services is a good one or not. Those who oppose the idea tend to mention the many strikes decades ago which created so much misery; my view is that people who feel they need to strike, will do so, whoever employs them. Those who work for such huge organisations are in a far better position to hold everyone to ransom and can thus do more damage than those working in less important sectors, so perhaps the historical strike action had more to do with potential impact than it did ownership - unless of course, the strike leaders were trying to bring down the Government... One sector that I strongly believe should come under the national remit rather than being handled locally is that of waste collection and disposal. It's such a mish-mash and one I've grumbled about previously - mainly because of the confusion about what can and cannot be recycled and how the rules differ from one area to another. Learning this week that Havering Council in West Sussex is following a number of other local authorities by bringing in identity checks at its Household Waste Recycling Sites, reminded me of another reason why the disjointedness of these crucial services is such a bad idea. The council's surveys have shown that an average of one in 10 people using HWRSs closest to the county borders live outside of West Sussex - and because of this, from December, only West Sussex residents will be able to use the Council's 11 HWRSs "in a bid to save local taxpayers £250,000 per year". The press release says: "It's thought the high number of people travelling across county boundaries is down to tougher restrictions imposed by neighbouring authorities." Well yes, of course it is! And people wanting to use their nearest facility which may just happen to be run by a different local authority, as opposed to driving what may be several miles in heavy traffic to the one they're supposed to use. The waste still has to be dealt with and taxes saved by one neighbourhood will create higher taxes for those living elsewhere. Judging by the condition of the UK's roads, which would certainly benefit from having fewer vehicles using them (and which are also under the remit of different councils), I think the whole system would benefit from a total overhaul to create a more balanced and consistent service for all.
Yours,
          This Week's News
Kimberly-Clark Professional Golden Service Awards 2020 finalists announced
ACI'S Richard Sedlak to retire after 42-plus years
As of 1st January, 2020, Dr James Kim, ACI's associate vice president, science & regulatory affairs, will lead the Institute's technical and regulatory department. P-Wave introduces its most plastic-lean, splash-eliminating urinal screen
The new screen is said to feature more fragrance than any other 30-day screen on the market while also using less plastic, and it is 100% recyclable. Slant6 is easy to install and fits more urinals than any previous design from P-Wave and features an 'anyway-up' design, ensuring correct installation every time. Ignore the 'treatment risks' at your peril
If you clean carpets or soft furnishings then you are at risk of them becoming discoloured or even shrinking and without the 'treatment risks' extension to your policy (which isn't usually provided) then you are without cover! Intelligent hand washing solutions for optimal hygiene
Offering innovative solutions for ultimate washroom hygiene, while making servicing fast and easy, the hand hygiene consumables range includes luxury cosmetic soaps, regular soap lotions, foaming soaps, industrial hand cleansers, anti-bacterial soap, Ecolabel soaps and antibacterial hand gel. Christeyns Food Hygiene tackles biofilm detection
According to a report published by the European Food Safety Authority and the European centre for Disease Prevention and Control in December 2018, there were 5,079 foodborne and waterborne outbreaks reported in 2017 - an average of 100 such outbreaks per week, some of which affected several countries. A masterclass in keeping your workplace healthy & productive
Renowned expert in the science of hand hygiene, Jim Arbogast, PhD, and cleaning, hygiene and sanitation expert David Smith, ESP, will share: MetaShield's Nanoprint advanced coating reduces fingerprints and smudging by 70%
A cost-competitive coating compared to alternative products in the marketplace, the thin film provides added flexibility and durability that OEMs and application developers can apply with a simple, one-coat spray. Italian beach cleaning machines don't just like to be beside the seaside
But that's not all...
It locks securely in the gutter, flat roof profiles or in window or railing parapets, providing a reliable way of securing straight, extending or cable ladders. CSM transforming cleaning business with help from Smarttask
Following a period of rapid expansion, the company needed to replace existing paper-based systems, so that it could better monitor and coordinate a team of 150 cleaning operatives that work across Scotland. Kärcher steps in to clean historical Lorain - Carnegie Library
"As a cleaning specialist, Kärcher has been actively involved in supporting the preservation of historical monuments and buildings, free of charge, for over 30 years with our Cultural Sponsoring program," says Kris Cannon-Schmitt, VP marketing professional. The Cleanzine Archive Search We keep an extensive archive of news stories and product information that have featured in past issues of The Cleanzine. If you would like to run a search of the The Cleanzine web site using the search tool below please just go ahead by entering in the name of the person, product or company or any other key words that you are looking for. How to contact us at The Cleanzine:
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BCC to help shape future labour market enforcement strategy
Matthew Taylor, who was responsible for the independent Taylor Review of modern working practices, was appointed interim director of Labour Market Enforcement in August 2019. New sales director sweeps Charles Bentley & Son towards growth
Steve Law has been appointed to the new role, bringing a wealth of home and garden experience to the company, having previously worked for Irwin Tools, HallsBeeline Stanley, Hamilton Acorn, Fiskars and Amefa. Mitie celebrates electric vehicle milestone in Edinburgh - but calls for additional infrastructure
A first for both Edinburgh Castle and Fife College, Mitie colleagues at each site have received their brand new fully electric vans, which will be used every day as part of their roles. OCS continues to roll out mental health training
Health and safety statistics 2019
Non-fatal injuries in the UK were at a similar level to other large economies in 2013. UK rates of work-related ill health resulting in sick leave were lower than most other EU countries. Urinal cakes take on new meaning for Bio-Productions
Lorcan Mekitarian sets out his agenda as Chairman of the CHSA
New waste & recycling webinar series starts soon
Webinars will range from bite-size 20 minute sessions, to more in-depth, one hour-long discussions. Pollution damages health of street cleaning crews and other outdoor workers
Phs wins contract to supply every school and college in England with free period products
Glasgow Science Centre chooses Veltia Quiet Mark accredited V fusion hand dryer
IWFM partners with tech giant to explore opportunities from smart workplaces
From green to pink in aid of charity
Water UK responds to Advertising Standards Agency ruling on Kimberly-Clark t/a Andrex
"Water UK is very clear - wipes manufacturers should not label or sell products advertised as 'flushable' if they don't pass the official 'Fine to Flush' standard. Mitie goes for gold with top CO2 reduction rating
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