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Cleaning can be more dangerous than construction work - says Safe Work Australia
26th of September 2017
The work of a cleaner can be more hazardous that construction work, according to figures from Safe Work Australia.
New analysis shows the average rate of workplace injury in New South Wales (NSW) since 2010 is 11.4 workers compensation claims per million hours worked in cleaning and other related industries, compared to 9.5 for construction and
Airport uses self-cleaning nanotechnology in airport security trays
25th of September 2017
In the US, Ohio's Akron-Canton Airport has launched a nanotechnology solution that uses light to clean airport security trays 24 hours a day. It is the first airport in the world to introduce such a solution.
Sponsored by Western Reserve Hospital and developed by NanoTouch Materials, new specially designed NanoSeptic mats and skins for the
UK sees growing labour shortages
21st of September 2017
Employers in the UK say they have struggled with growing labour shortages since the Brexit vote last summer. Hartley Milner looks at how a downward trend in migration is impacting on sectors that have come to rely on workers from the EU.
Britain is fast losing its appeal as the land of milk and honey for Europeans seeking to build better futures
Singapore's long march to professional cleaning
20th of September 2017
In Singapore, streets and public spaces are remarkably clean. The government reached this level of cleanliness due to some draconian anti-littering laws. While the Singaporean cleaning industry has contributed to this spotless state of the streets, some argue the cleaning industry deserves more appreciation – both in terms of salary, as well
European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards 2017 – congratulations to the finalists!
18th of September 2017
The shortlist of finalists in the European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards 2017 has been announced today. These awards recognising standards of excellence in the professional cleaning sector Europe-wide and launched by ECJ are in their second year - the winners will be announced at a gala dinner at the Parco dei Principi Grand Hotel in Rome on
Workplace of the future
18th of September 2017
Global facilities service provider ISS has opened its new German headquarters in Düsseldorf with the theme ‘Workplace of the Future’. In the building the company is showcasing a new working culture entitled ‘New Ways of Working’ and all building services are being driven using smart technology. ECJ editor Michelle
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