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Cleaning jobs and asthma risk

On July 3, 2013, in Cleaning industry, by admin
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There are many occupations that are thought to cause asthma. Cleaning occupation is among them. It’s clearly linked with asthma risk. A new study has found strong evidence for a link between cleaning jobs and risk of developing asthma. Cleaners have been identified as new at-risk group. Cleaning jobs are linked to the development of asthma in middle-age.

It’s not a sercet that the workplace had a great influence on our health. Depending on where you work, what you do and which products you use you may arrive at a conclusion whether you are in at-risk group. According to study risks in the workplace responsible for 1 in 6 cases of onset asthma.

The cleaning industry employs large numbers of people. Cleaners, home-based personal care workers and other people working in occupations related to cleaning in most cases work with chemicals on a daily basis. Due to explosure to these toxic products they may have developed adult onset asthma.

Cleaning job oftentimes is physically demanding and sometimes unpleasant and dirty. In addition, cleaners are exposed to cleaning products that are in most cases chemical and toxic. And we all know that exposure to cleaning chemicals on a regular basis is a health hazard. People who work with commercial cleaning products risk developing asthma. These products may cause allergies and aggravate them. People with allergies cannot tolerate the smell of ammonia or bleach. It’s highly recommended to use green cleaning products while cleaning. They are safe and can not harm.

Unfortunately occupational asthma is widely underrecognised by employers, healthcare professionals and even empoyees. Employers should keep safe their workers from harm. Reasonable precautions should be taken.

The main message from this post is that employers need to pay greater attention to exposures in at-risk groups. Employees who experience breathing problems should immediately discuss this with their GP. We advise anyone who works in the cleaning industry monitor your health. Healthcare professionals in their turn should treat patients with asthma and similar respiratory problems considering their current and past occupations. With this information in mind healthcare professionals should tailor their treatments and recommendations.

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Handy office cleaning tips

On July 1, 2013, in Office area, by admin
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When you hire a commercial cleaning company you know that professional cleaners will come to your facility twice per week or more frequently. You rely on them to clean your office from top to bottom. You understand that it’s their responsibility to clean and maintain your office facility. But you should face the fact that sometimes hiring a cleaning service to come weekly or even daily is just not enough. Office cleaners do their work but between their cleans everything may happen. You or your coworkers may spill the coffee, leave bread crumbs, etc. A piece of paper here, a pan there, a jacket hung over a chair, a file set down at random…it all piles up and in few days or even hours you may not recognize your office space. Your previously spotless office can just in few hours become a huge mess once again.

So you also should be responsible for cleanliness of your office area. You should strive to keep your work place neat and tidy, so your office won’t become a pile of files, pensa and coffee mugs. Here are some tips to help you maintain your office as clean as possible between visits.

Always keep emergency cleaning supplies for those unforeseen circumstances. Keep handi wipes, some iar freshner. Last mentioned will help you make your office smell clean and fresh.

Get a brush to get rid of crumbs hidden in your computer. Oftentimes employees eat at the desk. This computer brush will help you get rid of crumbs and dust. They will disappear immediately. Tell your employeesor coworkers that they should keep their food in special drawers or mini-friedge. Keeping snacks in a special place (under the desk for example) will definitely reduce the amount of clutter in the area.

Always wash out dirty mugs or cups. If you want coffee, don’t just get a new cup, make sure to wash (throw out) the old one.

Clothing tossed around makes mess. Try to keep your clothing in a closet, if you don’t have it, suggest a communal area where you and your cooworkers could hang up their coats, jackets and gear.

If you want to find what you’re looking for faster, keep your desl organized. Use filing cabinets, they exist for a reason. If there is stuff on your desk that should remain there for a reason it also can be filed or at least neat. Your desk won’t look cluttered if you keep piles of documents contained.

Get rid of extraneous stuff. Piles of old papers, receipts, broken pens or pencils…if you aren’t using it, dispose it all.

Find a garbage can that will fit in your workspace. Place it near your desk. This will prevent buildup of trash and junk.

Everything should be in its place. It’s essential to have a drawer, a shelf or rack for your stuff. Take adventage of in- and out-boxes, desk organizers, pencil holders. All this stuff can make your life easier. Good luck!

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How to clean an air conditioner

On June 28, 2013, in Cleaning electronics, by admin
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To increase the efficiency and reliability of your air conditioner, strive to keep it clean. If you decided to clean your air conditioner on your own, use our tips to do it properly. Whether you want to clean a central or room air conditioner, prepare for a number of tasks. Before cleaning your air conditioner you should also gather the things you will need to easily clean up your appliance. Among these things should be the following:

Clean air filter
Vacuum with soft bristle brush
Screwdriver
Dinner knife or fin comb
Water hose
Oil for electric motors
Pipe cleaner or small bristled brush
Household bleach and water

First of all replace the air filter. Purchase a new air conditioner filter at your local specialized store. or You may take your old filter to the store and consult your owner’s manual for the correct size and type.

Turn off the power at the main panel or find a shutoff switch on the unit. Open the blower compartment. Get rid of any visible debris and dust. Vacuum up well. If your motor has lubrication ports, squeeze a few drops of oil into the ports.

Next, remove the condensation tube and check for algae. If you see that the tube is clogged, replace it or pour a solution into the tube through a funnel. Make the solution of 1 part bleach to 16 parts water. After that clean the drain tube. Use a small bristled brush or a pipe cleaner. Restart your unit. Hook the drain line back up and restore the power.

These were tips on how to clean the indoor unit of a central air conditioner. To clean the outdoor unit of a central air conditioner, turn off the power at the shutoff box on the exterior of your office. Check for leaves, weeds, grass, and other debris that may block airflow. Vacuum thoroughly. If necessary, straighten your fins with a fin comb and a dinner knife. Unscrew the grille on top of the air conditioner. If your fan has lubrication ports, apply 5 drops of oil made specifically for electric motors.

Lower a water hose into the empty unit and spray the fins from the inside out. After that re-assemble the unit. turn your indoor thermostat from “cool” to “off” and let your A/C to sit idle for 24 hours.

The central air conditioner is a major appliance with plumbing and electrical connections. So it’s not so easy to clean it. If you feel you cannot cope with that task on your own, don’t hesitate to call professional cleaning services. They know how to clean the unit properly.

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How to get the most from your office cleaning services

On June 25, 2013, in Office area, by admin
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Even if you know that someone will be taking care of your regular office cleaning chores you also should take care of your workspace. You should keep your office looking its best between cleans. Don’t leave everything to the cleaners. Check our useful tips and make the most of the office clean.

First of all agree on a cleaning schedule. Describe your needs and expectations. Decide what cleaning tasks should be performed daily, weekly, monthly, or on an as-need basis. You can complete the checklist and leave it with your cleaners each time they come to clean your office. Describe in details the things you want done.

Introduce a clear desk policy. It’s not a secret that clutter makes it difficult to clean. To enable your cleaning team do their job of cleaning the workspace, get a little bit organised. Direct all your employees to clear their desks at the end of each work day. Following this policy will help your company reduce the risk of information theft or a security breach caused by important information being left visible in plain view. It will also ensure that your office furniture is cleaned well.

Take advantage of using recycling bins. Place recyclable items in recycling bins. Some commercial cleaning companies charge less for recycling so this can save you money.

Be realistic. If you want your office to sparkle from top to bottom prepare to spend more than you are willing to. Use your cleaning services for the time consuming, difficult chores. Don’t leave a week’s worth of coffee mugs in the sink. Your cleaners may spend their time (and your money) in a much better way scrubbing the sink or countertops, for example. Take it into account and explain it to your employees.

Strive to use after hours services. Your cleaners will be able to work more effectively with the office free of people. Schedule your office cleaning service at a time when there are minimal employees on the premises. Consider installing a monitoring system if you are worried about protecting valuable company property and information.

Read your contract attentively. Check the terms and conditions of your cleaning contract and make sure every detail you discussed is in writing. It will help you regulate misunderstandings that may occur. Follow our tricks and you will definitely get the most from your office cleaning services.

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Office clean ups & moves

On June 21, 2013, in Office area, by admin
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Oftentimes offices perceive summer as a great time for an office clean up. It’s a good time and opportunity to clear out old files and carry out a big cleaning project. This cleaning project may also include office move as summer is also a very suitable season for office moves. Such office move in most cases includes sorting out, filing the papers, packing and moving office files.

Managing an office clean up or moving into a new office space can be challenging without proper guidance. The following organizing tips may help you make the process less chaotic and minimize problems related to moving. Following our advices will ensure conducting an efficient and effective project.

First of all it would be good to create an inventory of your records. These inventories are very useful in situations such as office moves and clean up projects. Having such inventories will help you get a better understanding of what records your office has. This will also help to identify which records are good candidates for off-site storage, which are ready for destruction, and which are ready for transfer to the archives. If you are moving to a new office, you can use inventories to document the records you pack into different boxes. This will definitely help you in unpacking and organizing your records in the new office. Sometimes office employees find it difficult to manage piles of documents. Some important documents can be lost. That’s why it is especially useful to note what documents you keep and where you keep them.

When you move to new location you should prepare the records that are going to be moved with you. Spend some time documenting what records are being moved, where they are being moved to, and who is responsible for them. This will insure your records are not abandoned or misplaced. You will find it more easy to unpack you records in your new office.

After you have packed your boxes, fill out the identification form for each box and place it inside the box. You can keep a copy of the completed form for yourself just to be safe. Label the outside of each box with owner’s name.

Summer is a prime season for office moves of big clean up projects. Don’t lose the opportunity to spend your time wisely.

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How to organize your office

On April 23, 2013, in Organizing tips, by admin
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Does your office look like after disaster? If the answer is yes, don’t give up. Just tune yourself and perceive cleaning process as rescue operations. That’s so great that you will liberate your office from clutter, dust and other unnecessary stuff. Put your office on the path toward a clean and bright look. Don’t panic! It’s very important to stay calm while deciding what to do, from where to start.

If you’re having difficulty finding things, get rid of the things you don’t use anymore. Clear out clutter!Oftentimes cables and wires clutter the desk and the floor forming an unsightly trap for dust bunnies. Make your cables and wires invisible. Put hem into the right place.

You should concentrate on the things that clutter your office space the most. Make your office more functional. If there is any furniture in your office that bother you, move it or, if you don’t really use it, get rid of it.

What else besides your computer and phone need to be on your desk? Different multifunction units and other equipment don’t belong on your desk. Maybe it’s time to say goodbye to your old printer, fax machine, and scanner. Organize your office supplies. Clean out each desk drawer. File the documents you need to keep and put into recycle bin those things you no longer need.

Make your office a more pleasant place to be. Put a painting, print, plants, etc. Put on your desk things that make you smile – photos of your family and friends, loved ones, etc. Place the items or equipment you need the most within easy reach. Every time you’re leaving your work space, be sure that everything is put away and nothing is left out.

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The messy office. How to keep it tidy

On April 19, 2013, in Organizing tips, by admin
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If your office is a total mess, don’t worry! You are not the only one dealing with clutter. We also should mention that there is no exact answer to the question “How messy is too messy of an office?” Everyone perceives cleanliness differently.

Many of employees say that their offices are fairly messy, mainly because they’re small and there is limited storage or work area. But is it a true reason? Even if clients or superiors don’t visit your office frequently, you as an employee, should keep your office space orderly and neat. Here’s how to get it under control.

During the day your desk can get a little messy. But try to keep it under control to make it possible to find anything in a few minutes. Tidy your desk at the end of the day and sometimes before you start working on a new task or project.

Everything should have its place in office. If your desk stores piles of documents that you don’t need any longer – or haven’t accessed them in a while – then get them filed. Try not to leave anything on your desk. Confidential documents cannot be left lying around. You can use horizontal and vertical file organizers and other stuff to organize the mess aroung your desk. Of course, you can keep on your desk some knick knacks and personal stuff like pictures, business cards, pen cup, etc. but you should realize that the less things are there on your desk the more tidy it looks.

It’s not difficult to keep your office spotless clean. Spotless office doesn’t mean that there should be no pictures on the walls, no papers on the desk, etc. Everything simply should be stored in its place. A perfectly clean and tidy desk does not mean you’re doing a good job. Desk cleanliness generally doesn’t correlate to the level of work. You can do a pretty great job, despite a spotless desk. Many people associate messy desk with being very busy. But clean and well organized desk still shows that you are focused on what you do and want to get the best results.

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How to prepare your office space for spring

On April 16, 2013, in Office area, by admin
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When the spring comes most of us understand that it’s time to clean our homes. We carefully clean our windows, carpets, polish the furniture and wipe away all the dust accumulated in the facility. But only few of us realize that it’s also time to clean up our offices. Your personal workspace also should be perfectly cleaned when the spring is around the corner. So, consider this when it’s time for spring cleaning in general.

Your office, just like your home, can also take advantage of spring time rejuvenation. The quality office clean-up will definitely set the spirit for the great weather ahead. Give your office a new fresh look.

Sometimes there are so many different items in your office that you don’t know where to start. Pay attention to your files. It’s time to clear out the ones you don’t need. If you have documents over four to nine years old, it’s time to throw them away. Those files that you need should stay in the drawer. File folders also should be nice. Get rid of those old file folders and use new ones.

Now it’s time to give your desk a whole new look. Change the frames that have been on your desk for a long time. They have definitely collected a layer of dust. Wipe it away. It would be good to swab down the top of your desk with a disinfecting cleaner. Buy some colorful knick-knacks and make your desk look like a spring item.

Spring cleaning is not just a household chore. You should not complete your spring cleaning all at once. Break down the cleaning into small tasks that are easy to manage. No one likes overwhelming tasks.

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Cleaning and Organizing your office space

On January 25, 2013, in Office area, by admin
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If you find yourself spending more then few minutes to find an important document in your office (or even something as simple as a pencil), it may be time to clean up your office space. When you decide to organize your office, don’t do it alone – incorporate everyone in the office.

Choose one day and tell employees that this day is not a business-as-usual day, rather it’s a day to tidy up. Invite everyone to bring old clothes and their favorite cleaning supplies. Try to make cleaning an interesting experience for all incorporated.

Follow these steps for a successful clean-up.

Before you begin to clear out your office, arm yourself with the cleaning supplies. Make sure everyone in the office has what he/she needs to get organized. Go shopping for office supplies that you will need to reorganize your office area. Be sure to purchase file folders, pads, new pens and pencils, self-stick notes, cleaning solutions and garbage bags.

Prepare yourself to throw away old stuff. Cleaning out your office includes throwing some very old files and papers away. Take everything out of each shelf, drawer and file cabinet. Decide what to keep and what to toss. Save master and legal documents. Store all tax records. Throw out what you don’t need or use. Create a place for everything left. Wipe down all your drawers, cabinets and desk spaces with a wet rag.

To give your office a thorough clean-up, you will need to spend the whole day re-organizing, throwing out, wiping down, etc. If you can’t spare at least 4-5 hours to tidying your work space, leave some taks for the next day. But try to complete all the main cleaning and organizing tasks.

Make cleaning and reorganizing your office space a habit. Clean and organize your office on a regular basis. It will help you make your daily work life more efficient. Maintain order throughout your office and it will let your company start each day with a clean slate.

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Comparing house cleaning and commercial cleaning industries

On January 21, 2013, in Cleaning industry, by admin
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When comparing house cleaning and commercial cleaning, we should emphasise that it’s a tough job in both cases. There are lots of issues that should be taken into account when choosing in what industry to begin your career journey.

The house cleaning is usually conducted indoors and there is a low level of dangerous, technical or complicated work to complete or equipment to deal with. The commercial cleaning may vary from indoor to the outdoor tasks. It’s especially true when it comes to high-rise window cleaning. Commercial cleaners in most cases should know how to use latest cleaning equipment. They should know all the cleaning methods and cleaning products that can be used.

Within cleaning industry commercial cleaners have more opportunities to progress than house cleaners. Career progression can be achieved by getting different qualifications. Also, it is possible to become a cleaning supervisor by taking higher qualification levels.

When speaking about salary, we should mantion that both domestic and commercial cleaners usually operate on an hourly wage, and their starting wages are nearly the same. However, many commercial cleaners work unsociable hours and get higher wages (calculated at around 50% extra).

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