Cleaning Topic: Learn About bacteria

STOP THE SPREAD October 2025
Cleaning Process Perfection Stops Infections

STOP THE SPREAD  October 2025
How to Slow the Cold and Flu 

7/28/2025
Kiosk Manufacturer Secures Funding for Self-Cleaning Versions

7/11/2025
Healthcare Facilities Utilize Antimicrobial Vinyl Flooring for Interior Hygiene

7/25/2024
Study Details Improved Method to C. diff Testing

4/4/2024
Cinemas Harbor Alarming Amounts of Bacteria, Study Finds

IN THE FIELD: SURFACE IMAGING TECHNOLOGY IDENTIFIES, VALIDATES CLEANING NEEDS November 2023
Combining Cleaning Technology with Professional Instincts

8/24/2023
What to Know About Citric Acid-Based Cleaning Solutions

8/17/2023
Pyure, Churchill Downs Celebrate 1 Year of IAQ Partnership

6/14/2023
What's Next for the Smart Toilets Market?

4/17/2023
How Dirty Floor Drains Can Shut Down Foodservice Facilities

3/16/2023
What’s Next for the Antimicrobial Coatings Market?

11/15/2022
Recall Announced for Several Pine-Sol Surface Cleaner Products

10/19/2022
Survey: Consumers Prioritize Both Antibacterial and Moisturizing Soap

POST-PANDEMIC FACILITY HYGIENE STANDARDS June 2022
How Facility Infection Control Practices Have Shifted

7/19/2022
5 New Tips on Using ATP Monitors

6/28/2022
Why Promoting Safer Chemical Use is so Important

FLOOR EQUIPMENT June 2022
Mops that Minimize Cross-Contamination

4/6/2022
Highlands, Mattress Safe Announce Partnership

8/16/2021
Fighting Germs As Desk Swapping Becomes More Common

5/5/2021
Scientists Suggest Exposure To 'Good Germs'

3/31/2021
Zep Helps Businesses Improve Infection Prevention

3/8/2021
Probiotic Surface Cleaner Could Significantly Reduce HAIs

CLEAN STARTS WITH CLEAN MACHINES November 2020
Machine Cleaning Programs Minimize Pathogens

6/11/2020
Common Cleaning Terms Defined

1/27/2020
Outdoor Pathogens Could Move Antibiotic-Resistance Indoors

9/24/2019
Researchers Find Way To Kill HAI

9/12/2019
School Hall Passes Present Pathogenic Threat

7/16/2019
Research Shows Ease Of Spreading Pathogenic Mycobacteria

TACKLING TENACIOUS HAIS June 2019
Hospital Acquired Infections Drive Cleaning Demand

TACKLING TENACIOUS HAIS June 2019
Train Staff On Proper Cleaning And Disinfecting

TACKLING TENACIOUS HAIS June 2019
Disinfecting Processes That Reduce HAIs

ZEROING IN ON GERMS April 2019
Top Hiding Spots For Germs And Bacteria

ZEROING IN ON GERMS April 2019
Schools Tackle Germ Hotspots

TAKING CONTROL OF INFECTIONS February 2019
Identify Common Germs Found In Facilities

TAKING CONTROL OF INFECTIONS February 2019
Protection From Pathogens

TAKING CONTROL OF INFECTIONS February 2019
Life Span Of Germs And Cleaning Efficacy

STOP THE TRANSPORT OF PATHOGENS October 2018
Combat Pathogens At Their Source

STOP THE TRANSPORT OF PATHOGENS October 2018
Cleaning Technology Fights Contamination

8/15/2018
Back To School Can Mean Back To Germs

7/30/2018
Maryland State House Explores Methods To Remove Biofilm

7/3/2018
Bacteria Transmission From Public Restrooms

6/21/2018
Proper Infection Control Lies In The Details

CLEANING FOR PUBLIC HEALTH April 2018
How To Properly Clean Restrooms And Mitigate Infections

CLEANING FOR PUBLIC HEALTH April 2018
Removing Soils From Public Restrooms

CLEANING FOR PUBLIC HEALTH April 2018
Cleaning Technology Fights Restroom Bacteria

AVOID SOAP CONTAMINATION BY SWITCHING TO SEALED SYSTEMS February 2018
Refillable Soap Dispensers Are A Haven For Bacteria

February 2018
Many BSCs Don't See Value In Bulk Dispenser Cleaning

February 2018
Sealed Cartridges Prevent Soap Contamination

PREVENTING CART CONTAMINATION September 2017
Keeping Housekeeping Carts Clean

PREVENTING CART CONTAMINATION September 2017
Cleaning Of Carts Gets Overlooked

PREVENTING CART CONTAMINATION September 2017
Customizing Custodial Carts

IDENTIFY AND TACKLE RESTROOM GERMS September 2017
Types Of Bacteria Found In Restrooms

IDENTIFY AND TACKLE RESTROOM GERMS September 2017
Most Contaminated Restroom Surfaces

IDENTIFY AND TACKLE RESTROOM GERMS September 2017
Techniques To Fight Restroom Germs

IDENTIFY AND TACKLE RESTROOM GERMS September 2017
Teaching Restroom Disinfection Techniques

SHIELDING FACILITIES FROM INFECTION April 2015
Infection Prevention That Fights Pandemics

SHIELDING FACILITIES FROM INFECTION April 2015
Training Staff On Proper Infection Prevention

SHIELDING FACILITIES FROM INFECTION April 2015
Understanding Transmission Of Germs

SHIELDING FACILITIES FROM INFECTION April 2015
Protecting Staff From Germ Exposure

FIGHTING INFECTIONS REQUIRES PLANNING November 2014
Developing An Infection Prevention Program

THE DIRT ON CLEANING CLOTHS November 2014
Microfiber Cloths Excel Over Cotton

THE DIRT ON CLEANING CLOTHS November 2014
Proper Use Of Cleaning Cloths Prevent Cross-Contamination

THE DIRT ON CLEANING CLOTHS November 2014
Do’s And Don’ts Of Laundering

THE DIRT ON CLEANING CLOTHS November 2014
Role Of Wet Wipes In Commercial Cleaning

9/5/2014
FDA Limits on Antibacterial Ingredients Pose Safety Risk

8/27/2014
Tips To Eliminate Mold, Mildew and Bacteria In Restrooms

BATTLE SUPERBUGS WITH SHORTER DWELL TIMES June 2014
Disinfecting Against Antibiotic-resistant Bacteria

BATTLE SUPERBUGS WITH SHORTER DWELL TIMES June 2014
Types of Disinfectants Used in Healthcare Facilities

BATTLE SUPERBUGS WITH SHORTER DWELL TIMES June 2014
Targeting Disease-causing Pathogens

PROTECTION FROM RESTROOM BACTERIA April 2014
How To Identify And Fight Restroom Germs

PROTECTION FROM RESTROOM BACTERIA April 2014
Using Proper Chemicals To Clean Restrooms

PROTECTION FROM RESTROOM BACTERIA April 2014
PPE That Protects Cleaning Workers

THE HYGIENIC BENEFITS OF PAPER TOWELS September 2013
Remove More Germs With Proper Paper Towel Use

8/21/2013
Antimicrobial Coating Keeps Touchpoints Cleaner, Kills Bacteria

7/18/2013
Study: Public Toilet Is Cleaner Than The Average Cell Phone

SOAP SELLING POINTS June 2013
Antibacterial Hand Soap Is First Choice For Healthcare Facilities

5/2/2013
Cascades Antibacterial Towel Wins Edison Award Gold Medal

CRE JOINS THE SUPERBUGS April 2013
CRE Prevention Starts With Cleaning

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TOWEL & TISSUE April 2013
Are High-quality Towels Worth the Cost?

3/13/2013
Cascades Antibacterial Paper Towel Gains Multiple Product Recognitions

1/28/2013
ACI Comments That Research, Reports on Antibacterial Ingredient Distorted

1/2/2013
Cleaner Workplaces Can Translate Into Fewer Sick Days

August 2012
Bulk Soap Dispensers: Examining The Potential For Bacterial Contamination
Study discovers contamination even in soaps with preservatives meant to prevent it

8/3/2012
Study: Offices Harbor Wide Range Of Bacteria

6/4/2012
Study Compares Bacteria Levels Found In Male/Female Offices

6/1/2012
Hotel Spotlights Bacteria and Improves Cleanliness

5/25/2012
Study Measures Bacteria Levels In Offices

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE February 2012
Hand Washing: How To Encourage Restroom Users
Tips to improve hand washing; plus, when antibacterial soap should be used

1/4/2012
Study Finds Bacteria in Unused Paper Towels

11/30/2011
Study: Bacteria Flourish in Public Restrooms

7/26/2011
How Antibacterial Soaps Contribute to Healthy Living

5/27/2011
Study: Shaking Hands Might Increase Risk of Bacteria

May 2011
Cross-Contamination Reduced With Proper Use Of Paper Products

5/3/2011
New Website Highlights Antibacterial Soaps

4/12/2011
Study: Electronic Faucets Unsafe for Use in High-Risk Patient Hospital Settings

4/12/2011
Reject Ban Of Antibacterial Chemical, Says ACI

SOAP & HAND SANITIZERS February 2011
Anti-Microbial and Green Soap Differences Explained
Manufacturers outline the differences between various types of soap options on the market

AROUND THE INDUSTRY November 2010
Study Identifies The Germiest School Surfaces

FEATURE July 2008
Cross-Contamination: Cleaning Targets Germ Hot Spots
Focusing on cross-contamination, proper cleaning techniques help prevent the spread of bacteria and disease

6/10/2008
Bacteria Lurks In Highway Rest Stops

NEWSBRIEFS September 2007
SEIU Victories Continue

8/21/2007
Antibacterial Soaps Show No Additional Health Benefits

2/16/2007
Are Toilet Seats Really Cleaner than Desktops?

1/24/2007
Eliminating Workplace Bacteria

5/26/2006
SDA Issues Statement on Triclocarban

NEWSBRIEFS November 2005
Antibacterial Products: FDA, Organizations Debate Effects

EVERY ISSUE March 2004
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