MicroFiber Cleaning Tools
It was more than five years ago that we changed from cotton towels and mops to microfiber towels and mops.…
Study: Healthcare-acquired infections down but still a problem
Inpatient infection rates are down, but there is still more work to be done. In a report released Friday, the…
Saturday Special
“Don’t join an easy crowd. Go where the challenge is great…
Training Staff Part 1
The goal of any Environmental Services Department within a healthcare facility should be to prevent the spread of infectious agents…
Key Skills
You need to develop and improve your managerial skills on an ongoing basis as your career develops and as you…
Managing Discipline and Dealing with Conflict
Sometimes, despite your best efforts, there are problems with individual performance. As a manager, you have to deal with these…
Understanding Team Dynamics and Encouraging Good Relationships
Good management means understanding how teams operate. It’s worth remembering that teams usually follow a certain pattern of development. It’s…
Cleaning and Disinfection in the Hemodialysis Setting
The process of physical cleaning of environmental surfaces using detergent (soap), water, and friction is the critical step required prior…
Why Not Keep Supplies in EVS Closets
The key is that sanitation, safety, and quality cannot be assured for items – particularly paper, textile products such as…
Cleaning To Save Lives
For any healthcare administrator to discount quality results – with documented evidence – and revert to justification based on square…
Don’t Tell Me How Long It Takes
I consider myself a very progressive person who stays current with the latest technology and methods for cleaning and disinfecting…
Reviewing Housekeeping Operations
I had a great question last Friday… How would you review a housekeeping operation? Here are some of the steps…