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Leadership changes at BICSc
12th of June 2023
In the UK, the British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc) has announced some significant management changes as its CEO Stan Atkins steps back from his role later this month.
Neil Spencer-Cook, currently chief operating officer, will become group managing director.
Atkins has led the Institute for over 15 years and he has overseen many key
ISSA Pulire attracts over 20,000 visitors
9th of June 2023
The Italian professional cleaning exhibition ISSA Pulire took place in Milan last month, attracting over 20,000 visitors according to the organisers. Visitors came from 107 countries, including foreign delegations from the USA, Egypt, Morocco, South Africa, Kenya and Ghana.
This was the first event to take place in Milan, following the decision
Global survey reveals detrimental effects of poor sleep schedules and exhaustion on cleaners
7th of June 2023
A ground-breaking international survey of cleaners, commissioned by UNI Global Union, sheds light on the significant challenges faced by cleaning professionals who work irregular and unsocial shifts.
The survey, which received responses from over 2,500 cleaners in 32 countries across six continents, highlights the detrimental effects of shift
Attitudes to hand hygiene - changing behaviour
7th of June 2023
Hand hygiene specialist Dettol Pro Solutions has provided solutions at many large-scale events since the pandemic. Having observed consumer behaviour, it has now made use of behaviourial science in encouraging people to follow hand hygiene protocols. Dr Lisa Ackerley writes for ECJ.
Dettol Pro Solutions is the B2B arm of consumer hygiene brand
UK report calls for more support and recognition of cleaning staff
5th of June 2023
A new report released in the UK has called for better acknowledgement and support for cleaning and hygiene sector workers from the Government.
The report, which is backed by the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH), the British Cleaning Council (BCC) and 22 organisations from across the industry, identified two priority recommendations in order
Floor polishing made easy
5th of June 2023
How do companies ensure that their floor polishing systems are intuitive and user-friendly for the operator? ECJ looks at the importance of ergonomics in floor polishing compared with other purchasing considerations.
Polishing a floor should be cost-effective. It should also ideally be carried out sustainably. And it should ensure a high quality
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