The British Cleaning Council (BCC) has expressed gratitude to over 450 industry members who have endorsed its campaign to make cleaning and hygiene a national priority as it releases an assessment of the likelihood of future pandemics. Published recently, the National Risk Register suggests there is a 25 per cent chance of a future ‘catastrophic’…
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ABM has been awarded a three-year cabin cleaning contract by LATAM Airlines, one of South America’s largest carriers. The partnership solidifies ABM’s presence at London Heathrow Airport, where it now serves 27 airlines and cleans approximately eight million seats annually. Under the contract, the facility services provider will clean around 150,000 seats each year as…
The British Cleaning Council (BCC) has elected a new Chair and Deputy Chair at its recent Annual General Meeting. Delia Cannings, who has served as Deputy Chair for the past two years, takes over the Chair from Jim Melvin. A well-known figure who has worked in the public and private sectors for 45 years across…
A new report is calling for better acknowledgement and support of cleaning and hygiene sector workers in the United Kingdom. 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, includes two priority recommendations in order to ensure that lessons…
Cleaning and maintaining hygiene in stadiums is a daunting task for facilities managers and cleaning operatives. They have traditionally had to come into contact with contaminated surfaces to ensure the hygiene of the stadiums. To address this challenge, Rawlins has developed its KaiVac No-Touch Cleaning System (KaiVac NTC) range, which is already being deployed in…
Ecolab has promoted Nick Alfano to executive vice-president and president of its Global Industrial Group. The Global Industrial Group, which reported nearly US $7 billion in revenue in 2022, includes Nalco Water, Ecolab’s water and process management business and Food & Beverage – a leading food safety provider. With more than 11,000 associates worldwide, the…
The new ICON™ dispenser collection from Kimberly-Clark Professional offers game-changing hygiene and design, combined with a new standard of dispensing performance that extends way beyond merely delivering paper towels. Study by GfK, a leading European market research company shows hand hygiene in public washrooms has changed since the COVID-19 pandemic began To gain a better…
The British Cleaning Council (BCC) has thanked the more than 150 industry members who have backed its lobbying campaign and called on more colleagues to lend their support. Early results indicate three MPs have been engaged, along with the Conservative policy unit, which only serves to demonstrate the effect that YOU are having. The British…
UK startup Biovate Hygienics is claiming an industry first following the launch of its ‘Zero Compromise’ range of plastic-free paper bottles for commercial cleaning products. Bottle interiors feature a protective bio liner that prevents contact with liquid products – a coating made from natural pure plant sap latex. Outer cases are infused with natural seaweed…
Alfa Laval has introduced the H4 and H8 Hygienic heat exchangers for process industries with mandatory health and hygiene standards, including pharma, dairy, beverage and brewery. Its Hygienic line of gasketed plate heat exchangers (GPHE) is also being marketed as offering productivity gains, with Colin Morgan, Business Unit Manager for Food Heat Transfer, explaining: “Hygiene…
U.S. dishmachine and chemical solutions supplier to the hospitality industry Auto-Chlor System is marketing UCR Glass Washer, a fast, water-efficient, and energy-efficient machine that accommodates all glass sizes and shapes. The UCR Glass Washer is ideal for high volume glass applications in hotels, pubs, bars, cocktail lounges, wineries, breweries and more. A complete wash cycle…
With attention focused on The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Dr Lisa Ackerley, director, medical and scientific engagement, hygiene for Dettol Pro Solutions at Reckitt, considers the importance of hygiene protocols at major sporting events. Helping prevent the spread of illness-causing viruses and bacteria at large-scale events is central to reassuring both fans and staff…
A new report by MPs in the United Kingdom into the role of cleaning and hygiene during the Covid-19 pandemic has recommeended the introduction of minimum standards for hand and other hygiene infrastructure and cleaning of venues to prepare the country for future public health emergencies. The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the Cleaning and…
Lewis Moody MBE has joined the ‘Stalls for All’ campaign which aims to break long-held taboos surrounding continence-related issues. Launched by Initial Washroom Hygiene and charity Bladder & Bowel UK, the campaign is working to deliver ‘washroom dignity’ for everyone regardless of age, gender or need, by ensuring that they have access to the washroom…
In advance of World Toilet Day on 19th November, Laura Cayless, Business Development Manager at Mitsubishi Electric, looks to Japan for lessons on managing public toilets successfully. With a World Toilet Day taking place in November, and a high-tech bathroom gallery at Tokyo’s Narita International Airport, it’s safe to say that people in Japan take…
Dr Salomé Giao, Lead Scientist at Dyson for Business, says many existing hand drying solutions are ineffective despite there never having been greater need for good hygiene practices. Every year, Global Handwashing Day champions and campaigns for the critical importance of regular hand washing with soap. The message is a simple one: hand washing can…
Angry and disappointed cleaning and hygiene industry leaders have hit out after opposition parties so far avoided meeting with them to discuss key and pressing sector issues. Leading Trade association, The British Cleaning Council (BCC) wrote t,o the Labour, Scottish Nationalist, Lib Dem and Green parties in August but none of them have so far…
The remaining two sessions of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the Cleaning and Hygiene Industry inquiry into the role of cleaning and hygiene during the Covid-19 pandemic have been postponed following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The APPG inquiry, which is entitled “Embedding Effective Hygiene for a Resilient UK“, held its…
Mitie has shipped vital PPE and other hygiene supplies to the GE Operator Humanitarian Centre in Warsaw, which will be used for essential medical care and general hygiene for people fleeing the war in Ukraine. The centre offers temporary refuge and aid to those displaced by the war and has so far supported more than…
Katy Slater, Regulatory Director, New Growth Platforms at Reckitt, explains how ‘nudge theory’ is boosting hygience confidence at large-scale events, and informing protocols at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. After two years of the pandemic, a greater understanding of hygiene and the role we collectively play in enhancing hygiene habits to help reduce the spread…
Dr Lisa Ackerley, CEnvH, FRSPH, Director of Medical and Scientific Engagement – Hygiene at Reckitt, explains how the development of targeted hygiene protocols is helping to create a more hygienic, time-saving and cost-saving Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. With Dettol as the Official Hygiene Partner, Targeted Hygiene approach is being put into action at the Birmingham…
Kimberly-Clark Professional has confirmed Craig Bowman as its new General Manager for the United Kingdom and Ireland, 14 years after joining the American multinational personal care corporation as an intern on an industrial placement from university. Bowman, 34, has held roles in sales and marketing for Kimberly-Clark Professional in the UK as well as Dubai,…
Dettol science-led protocols and products will enhance hygiene during the Games in Birmingham whilst Durex condoms will be available for athletes
Dr Lisa Ackerley, CEnvH, FRSPH, Director of Medical and Scientific Engagement and Hygiene at Reckitt, shares insights into what brands can learn from the hygiene protocols she helped develop for COP26. The first UK lockdown – announced on 23 March, 2020 in a televised press conference – may seem a distant memory, but its legacy…
Sam Greaves, managing director of The Cleenol Group, discusses the important role hand sanitisers play within clinical environments and why care is needed when specifying a solution. Approximately 70 per cent of health care workers and 50 pere cent of surgical teams do not routinely practice hand hygiene according to the World Health Organization, with…
Dettol maker Reckitt has been appointed as the Official Hygiene Partner of the Platinum Jubilee Pageant, as planning for the historic event in June ramps up. The celebrations are to mark Her Majesty The Queen becoming the first British Monarch to reach 70 years of service and will span several events across the Jubilee holiday.…
Donna Mitchell, Sector Marketing Manager for Hospitality at Diversey, UK & Ireland, comments on the need for vigilance in maintaining kiosk hygiene in the next normal. Self-service touchscreens and kiosks are increasingly popular in retail and hospitality. In these settings they are going to be touched by a lot of different people in quick succession…
Incentive FM has been shortlisted for the European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards 2022, which will take place at the Hotel Le Plaza in Brussels on 28th April. The prestigious awards have recognised Incentive FM in the Excellence in Client Contractor Relationships category, for its work with British Land at Beaumont Leys Shopping Centre in Leicester. Glenn…
The British Cleaning Council (BCC) is urging employers, training operatives and providers and assessment organisations operating in the cleaning and hygiene sector to have their say on proposals for an Apprenticeship Levy accredited industry-wide training programme and apprenticeship. Consultation on proposals for the Cleaning Hygiene Operative apprenticeship opens today, Wednesday 26 January, and runs to…
19.10.2021, 09:07 Door Hardware and Hygiene in Public Buildings Daniel May, director, Consort Architectural Hardware, discusses the contribution of door hardware to maintaining hygiene in public facilities. Health and hygiene are delicate themes, particularly in today’s settings. Both our homes and public building environments can have a huge impact on our wellbeing, and over the…
13.10.2021, 16:47 Tackle Hygiene with Every Catch Ahead of Global Handwashing Day on 15 October, a new campaign announced by Tork and the Philadelphia Eagles will highlight the importance of sustainable hygiene whilst supporting the homeless. “Tackle Hygiene with Every Catch” will be the first of a series of season-long initiatives announced by the…
31.08.2021, 12:38 Clean Crockery in 18 Minutes The ProfiLine range of dishwashers from Miele’s professional division combines the footprint of the company’s domestic machines with technology from its professional models to allow organisations that aren’t ready for commercial installations to process large volumes of crockery. The new range offers short cycle times, just 18 minutes…
The British Cleaning Council (BCC) has elected a new Chairman and Deputy Chair at its recent Annual General Meeting. Jim Melvin, Group Chief Executive of Exclusive Services Group who has served as Deputy BCC Chairman for two years takes over as Chair from Paul Thrupp. The meeting also elected a new Deputy Chair, Delia Cannings,…
05.07.2021, 13:30 Delivering Better Hospital Hygiene with Cobotics Medirest, the healthcare division of Compass Group UK & Ireland, is introducing 12 cleaning robots to support cleaning operations at several NHS hospitals. Developed in partnership with cleaning innovation specialist, Killis, the innovative technology which is suited to large open areas in hospitals has been successfully trialling…
24.06.2021, 15:21 Perceptions of Clean in Healthcare Donna Mitchell, Sector Marketing Manager, Healthcare, Diversey, UK & Ireland, explains why the perception of cleanliness can be as important a consideration for hospital patients and their visitors as the quality of medical care. Cleaning teams in hospitals and care homes put a huge amount of effort into…
22.06.2021, 10:41 Taking Maximum Control of Hygiene Introducing from Kimberly-Clark Professional the improved wipe to complete the WypAll® Wettask™ Roll Wiper Dispenser System. Designed for maximum control of both hygiene and cost efficiencies, the solution supports protocols that maintain clean, hygienic surfaces and have never been more important for premises than today. Facility managers…
21.04.2021, 13:22 Derailing Legionnaires Paul Sear, a technical manager within SOCOTEC’s Water Hygiene team, considers Legionella management in the UK’s rail industry. From depots and on-board facilities to redundant outbuildings and old carriage wash systems, Legionella bacteria can grow in a range of locations within the rail industry. But who is responsible for managing the…
14.04.2021, 21:53 Ensuring Rodent-free Reopenings The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) is urging companies to ensure they are compliant with legislation and their premises are safe, clean and pest-free with the lifting of lockdown restrictions. A free online guide published under the title, Becoming Pest Ready, is now available at bpca.org.uk/pestready. Head of Technical, Dee Ward-Thompson,…
17.03.2021, 16:18 Monitoring Railway Lighting Ensuring the safety and security of employees and passengers is a key priority for every railway operator. The SOCOTEC Group explains why lighting has a crucial role to play. Adequate lighting allows employees to assess any potential risks to themselves and the general public, as the quicker it is to…
16.03.2021, 21:53 Study Confirms Accuracy of Legionella Test Method An independent study supports claims from IDEXX about the efficacy of its Legiolert solution for detecting Legionella pneumophila in non-potable water. Undertaken in the Netherlands by leading organisation in the field of water quality and water technology, WLN, the study compared Legiolert with Dutch national reference…
08.03.2021, 11:05 How Covid-19 has Changed Attitudes to Hygiene in the UK Over half of Britons believe businesses could be doing more to improve the hygiene of their premises and keep people safe from Covid-19 according to a new survey. Commissioned by hygiene and pest control technology company Pelsis Group, the survey of 2,007 people…
With science taking the lead in the battle against Covid-19, Kimberly-Clark Professional is making a stance against claims made by many global hand dryer manufacturers about their products. The COVID-19 pandemic has increased consumer awareness around the importance of hand hygiene and the risks posed by the spread of pathogens. Nearly 95 per cent…
15.01.2021, 04:00 Ravensbourne University London Hygiene Contract Churchill Group has been awarded a three-year contract with Ravensbourne University London to provide cleaning services and implement its PRISM workplace hygiene programme. Under the terms of the agreement, the company will provide a range of services to help the team at Ravensbourne manage bacteria scores and…
14.10.2020, 21:45 Hygiene Essential to Getting Back to Business Over 75 per cent of returning workers in the United Kingdom feel unsafe according to a survey commissioned by Kimberly-Clark Professional from Harris Interactive. The survey which was undertaken to find out how Covid-19 has affected perceptions of cleanliness and hygiene in workplaces found 86…
18.09.2020, 11:59 Ecolab Inaugurates Europe’s Largest Healthcare Hygiene R&D Facility Ecolab and its Laboratoires Anios subsidiary have doubled the capacity of the Luce Letartre Centre of Excellence in Sainghin-en-Mélantois, northern France, to create Europe’s largest facility dedicated to researching hygiene in healthcare. The 2,000 sq. m centre will help accelerate the company’s ability to launch…
10.08.2020, 10:09 Supporting a Safe Return to Sport Saracens Rugby Club has announced the appointment of Rentokil Initial as its Official Hygiene Partner for the restart of the 2019/20 campaign. With Rugby’s Gallagher Premiership set to return on Saturday 15th of August, this strategic partnership, believed to be a first in UK sport, will…
03.08.2020, 14:40 Preventing Transmission of Covid-19 From TV Remote Controls A new app from Philips Professional Display Solutions (Philips PDS) will help prevent the transmission of COVID-19 and disease-causing bacteria from TV remote controls. Compatible with selected Philips Hospitality TVs, the health and hygiene inspired app allows guests to control their in-room TV using their…
23.06.2020, 11:17 BSI Introduces Workplace Hygiene Solution BSI has launched a suite of products and services to help organisations address operational challenges presented by the Covid-19 pandemic. The new Workplace Hygiene Solution from the global certification body including standards, consultancy, training, auditing and the BSI Kitemark™ – a mark of trust. The programme has been developed…
10.06.2020, 11:51 Protecting Returning Workers from Harm SOCOTEC explains why following respiratory protective equipment (RPE) and mask face-fit guidelines is now even more essential for workforces exposed to hazardous substances. Whilst Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) tends to be implemented as the last line of protection, current circumstances make it even more important for employers to ensure…
22.05.2020, 12:43 Responding Online to Demand for Janitorial Supplies Cleaning and janitorial products supplier Avanti Hygiene has implemented a new e-commerce website in response to online demand for hand sanitisers and hygiene products during COVID-19. The family-run business which was initially established as a commercial cleaning business in 1980 now operates as a specialist wholesaler of…
21.05.2020, 17:05 Supporting Care Home Hand Hygiene with UV Sanctuary Care is distributing specialist hand washing equipment for staff and residents of its 102 residential care homes in England and Scotland. The leading care provider is in the process of distributing the UV hand inspection cabinets it has ordered from specialist supplier Daro UV…
15.04.2020, 16:12 COVID-19 Workplace Hygiene Programme Benchmarking service Sitemark has launched a programme to support operators of business premises in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene during the COVID-19 pandemic. Designed to highlight risks that might not be detected by common cleaning standards which often rely exclusively on visual inspection, the programme is targeted at facility managers…
24.03.2020, 17:02 Supporting COVID-19 Containment and Control Rentokil Specialist Hygiene is offering tiered disinfection services to operators of premises that have experienced or expect to experience contamination from COVID-19. All services are being provided by qualified technicians who are equipped with the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE), respiratory protective equipment (RPE) and specialist disinfection…
03.02.2020, 13:12 Ensuring Sky-high Levels of Hygiene After the Holiday Rush Paul Casson, Technical Field Manager with Rentokil Specialist Hygiene, says February is the perfect time for businesses in the hospitality sector to implement a deep clean. With Christmas a distant memory, and New Year’s resolutions in full swing, January and February can be…
31.01.2020, 16:37 Stop the Flu from Spreading through your Office Paul Casson, Technical Field Manager at Rentokil Specialist Hygiene and Jamie Woodhall, UK Technical & Innovation Manager at Initial Washroom Hygiene, discuss the importance of good hygiene practices during the flu season. Colds and Influenza (which is more commonly referred to as “flu”) bring with…
20.01.2020, 11:31 Churchill Group Makes Key London Appointment Charlotte Parr has been appointed as business development director for Churchill Cleaning and ‘Portfolio by Churchill’ London accounts. Her remit will include strengthening the London accounts for the two cleaning services operated by soft-services provider, Churchill Group. Parr joins Churchill from her previous role as UK head…
22.11.2019, 12:22 Keeping Ventilation Compliant this Christmas Jamie Woodhall, Technical & Innovations Manager at Rentokil Specialist Hygiene, takes a close look at the Building Engineering Services Association’s (BESA) TR19 standard for duct, kitchen extract, and air handling cleaning. Hospitality businesses across the country are gearing up for the next big event in the calendar;…
19.11.2019, 15:10 Making Washrooms Truly Accessible As the UN officially marks World Toilet Day 2019, Jamie Woodhall, Technical and Innovation Manager at Initial Washroom Hygiene, asks if the United Kingdom is doing enough to ensure accessibility to washroom facilities. Today, 19th November, is World Toilet Day – an official UN day focused on…
24.10.2019, 11:58 Best Practice in Cleaning Sustainably Incentive QAS, Incentive FM Group’s specialist cleaning business, was the recipient of an award in the Sustainability – Best Practice category at the European Cleaning and Hygiene Awards 2019. Judges looked at a number of key areas, including CSR, staff wellbeing and the use of products and processes…
17.10.2019, 11:09 Stopping Norovirus in its Tracks With winter approaching, Paul Casson, Technical Field Manager, Rentokil Specialist Hygiene and Jamie Woodhall, Technical & Innovation Manager, Initial Washroom Hygiene, provide timely advice on preventing one of the most common stomach bugs. How to stop Norovirus in its tracks this winter Autumn has brought a sharp…
08.10.2019, 11:26 Is Your Office a ‘Hygiene Haven’? With Global Hygiene Day scheduled for 15 October, Jamie Woodhall, Technical & Innovations Manager at Initial Washroom Hygiene, explains the importance of workplace hygiene standards. Global Handwashing Day, which aims to encourage people to regularly and effectively wash their hands, is on the horizon. The initiative is a…