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Experts consider best pairing of disinfectants and masks for deep cleaning
11th of May 2020
Experts are seeking to team up the right protective masks with the right disinfectants to ensure that post-COVID-19 cleaning regimes are carried out safely.
New research from the Cockrell School of Engineering in Texas aims to minimise the cleaner's exposure to harmful chemical by-products that might be created during the cleaning process.
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Semi-autonomous robot to disinfect large areas in Singapore
8th of May 2020
A semi-autonomous robot designed to disinfect large surfaces quickly is going on public trial as part of Singapore's strategy to fight COVID-19.
During the outbreak there is increased national demand for deep cleaning and disinfection services. According to news reports, working hours for cleaners have doubled to 16 hours a day in some cases due
Interclean Amsterdam Online takes place next week
7th of May 2020
Interclean Amsterdam, Europe's largest professional cleaning event, was due to take place next week however it has been postponed until November because of the Covid-19 pandemic. However the organisers are still hosting an event next week, online.
Interclean Amsterdam Online will be a programme from May 12-15, the original Interclean dates,
How effective cleaning measures create hygiene and safety - part two
6th of May 2020
The risk of infection is reduced considerably in a clean, well-kept environment that is regularly cleaned. Disinfection measures are also only effective if dirt has been removed from floors, surfaces, etc, beforehand. In this new series, Kärcher has been offering an overview of which cleaning technologies are available to fight pathogens
Scottish cleaners and bin collectors 'don't feel safe'
5th of May 2020
Almost 70 per cent of Scotland's refuse collectors and street cleaners feel unsafe at work, according to a major trade union.
And they feel unable to consistently practise safe social distancing while going about their jobs.
GMB Scotland ran an online survey into workers' attitudes during the coronavirus emergency. Of the 70 per cent who said
Public washrooms - under social pressure
4th of May 2020
The increasing use of social media and the advent of rating apps are putting pressure on washrooms and laying them open to public scrutiny. But how are washroom providers responding to this pressure, asks ECJ?
Using the washroom has traditionally been a private experience. However, an increasing number of us are now sharing our daily lives with
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