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Poor hygiene causes primary school pupils to shun the loo
13th of June 2018
Around 44 per cent of children avoid using the toilet at school each week, according to a new study.
One in 10 primary school teachers have also seen children refraining from eating or drinking in a bid to be able to avoid using school toilets. And a quarter of primary school teachers and children describe the hygiene levels in school toilets as
Germ-free travel could be here soon, says aeroplane seat manufacturer
12th of June 2018
A new type of ‘plane seat said to be capable of destroying the tiny microbes and germs that colonise aircraft seat backs and tray tables is currently in development.
Recaro Aircraft Seating hopes to launch its new antimicrobial product within the next two years.
Most modern aircraft already use high-tech high efficiency particle
ECDC to monitor infection risks at World Cup in Russia
11th of June 2018
The European Centre for Disease Protection and Control will be keeping a close eye on infection risks in Russia for people attending this summer's FIFA World Cup, which starts later this week.
Outbreaks are a general concern at any mass gathering and foodborne illnesses are expected in some areas, particularly in warmer parts of the country where
Pressure washing is cleaning up on YouTube
8th of June 2018
Richard Van Remmen, a tax preparation official from South Carolina in the USA, has unexpectedly become a superstar in the world of online cleaning footage with his YouTube videos of high pressure cleaning.
He posted his first film six years ago - an old friend hosing down his drive - and noticed the number of views soared. "Apparently people were
European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards 2018 - submit your entry by July 20!
8th of June 2018
The prestigious European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards 2018 are open for entries from service providers, manufacturers and distributors across Europe. And entries must be submitted by July 20.
There are 11 categories designed to recognise success and reward excellence in the cleaning and hygiene sectors. They are:
1. Best use of Smart
Compass plans move away from cleaning and security to focus on food
7th of June 2018
Catering company Compass is planning to move away from providing cleaning and security services to concentrate on its food business. This comes as it suffered falling half year profits, particularly in Europe.
The company promised an "even greater focus" on its food services business, which provides meals to the armed forces, schoolchildren and
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