More Than a Menace: The Secret Histories of the World’s Toughest Germs
What is the first thing you notice when you enter a hotel or hospital room? I believe, most people register...
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The Hidden Benefits of Choosing Local Distributors for Cleaning Supplies
A Comprehensive Comparison In a world increasingly dominated by online shopping, the convenience of ordering cleaning supplies from a big...
Warning about Phenolics and Babies
Why we don't use phenolics around babies
The History of Phenolics In Healthcare Disinfection
Phenolic compounds have played a defining role in the history of medical disinfection, shaping modern practices in infection control and...
Housekeeping in Washington State Behavioral Health Facilities: A Historical and Safety-Oriented Perspective
Western Washington Hospital 1850s–1880s – County Care and Institutional Origins In the mid-19th century, mental health care in Washington Territory...
The Power of Courtesy: How Environmental Services Technicians Can Show Respect to Patients
As Environmental Services (EVS) professionals, we play a crucial role in healthcare beyond just cleaning rooms and disinfecting surfaces. We...
Maintaining the Hospital Physical Environment
The physical environment of a hospital plays an important role in patient safety. It’s not just about keeping things tidy—it’s...
Scabies: Everything you are itching to know
1. Causes and Transmission: • Scabies is a contagious skin disease caused by the infestation of the skin by the...
Common Types of Healthcare Waste
Hospitals generate a diverse range of waste types that require specific handling and disposal methods to ensure compliance with regulations,...
Wide Area Vacuums -vs- 36″ Dust Mops
I conducted some research to look at the efficiencies of using the traditional 36" dust mops versus battery powered wide...
Team Leadership Reflections part 2
You can find part 1 of Team Leadership Reflections here. The Power of Leadership Through Communication and Collaboration As a...
Understanding Biofilm in Healthcare Cleaning
Understanding Biofilm in Healthcare Cleaning Biofilm is a common but often overlooked challenge in healthcare settings, where it can increase...
