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Update to primary school cleaning standards
9th of April 2025 Article by John Griep
From the Netherlands, John Griep on updates to guidelines for cleaning of primary schools.
Vereniging Schoonmaak Research (VSR) has updated and refined the Indicative Measurement System for Primary Education (IMPO) to align with current practical cleaning requirements in schools. This revision ensures a more effective and representative approach to assessing cleaning quality in primary education facilities.
A representati..
The beach, or not the beach?
2nd of April 2025 Article by Lynn Webster
From the UK, Lynn Webster tells us about a trend that takes the concept of WFH a step further.
In recent years there has been an increase in the desire to work from ‘home’. This has been driven by advancement in technology but even more so by the wish to have greater flexibility in lifestyle and the work-life balance. One of the biggest positives is the ability to create a personal schedule that allows allocating time..
2025 at a glance
25th of March 2025 Article by Lotte Printz
ECJ’s Lotte Printz looking into new legislation and some challenges facing the industry in Denmark.
To raise awareness in the general public and among politicians and to gain the necessary impact, the cleaning industry must do a proper clean-up among themselves. If there’s just one black sheep or shitstorm, the sector itself should take action as one ‘car crash’ is likely to attract more media attention th..
Regulations matter when buying cleaning chemicals
18th of March 2025 Article by Lorcan Mekitarian
Climate change is a big issue facing us all. Businesses are working hard to operate sustainably, putting in place initiatives designed to cut carbon emissions and make sure their operations and products and services have a minimal impact on the environment. The challenge is how to operate sustainably in the current economic environment, writes Lorcan Mekitarian, chair of the Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association (CHSA) in the UK.<..
Attracting the next generation of cleaning industry professionals
12th of March 2025 Article by Paul Ashton
The UK cleaning and hygiene sector, employing over 1.6 million individuals, is integral to our economy. However, attracting and retaining young talent has become increasingly challenging. With an ageing workforce and evolving career expectations, our industry must modernise to stay competitive - says Paul Ashton, CEO of Birkin Group and chairman of the Cleaning & Support Services Association (CSSA).
Generation Z - those born ..
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