August 11, 2022
Why are Air Fresheners and Common Cleaning Techniques Potentially Harmful? While surface cleaning is important, deodorizing and cleaning with harsh chemicals can negatively affect indoor air quality and your health if not managed correctly.[1] Many common and sometimes unlisted ingredients used in air fresheners and surface cleaning products have been linked to serious health issues such […]
June 8, 2022
How Can Companies and Employees Take Advantage of the Benefits of Working in an Office? – Start with a Strategy to Ensure Healthy Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) A recent New York Times article revealed average Manhattan office rent prices have dropped from an early 2020 high of $82/sf to $74/sf. Corporate giants such as United Airlines, Salesforce, […]
April 12, 2022
Have you heard about the EPA’s Clean Air in Buildings Challenge? In March 2022, the Biden administration announced this challenge as a call to action to building owners and operators to meet recommended guidelines to improve indoor air quality (IAQ) and reduce the spread of airborne pathogens. By following the guidelines, buildings will promote health and well-being and […]
March 28, 2022
The coronavirus pandemic has changed our overall awareness about how infectious diseases work, how to be more health-conscious, and how we behave in public and in gatherings. While the vast majority of attention has been on airborne transmission when it comes to COVID-19, recent research (which, in all fairness, has yet to be peer reviewed) […]
April 21, 2021
Imagine living in a submarine or space station. The air would get very stale very quickly. Fortunately, buildings can get rid of stale air just by exchanging it with outdoor air, which can be accomplished by doing something as simple as opening a window. As straightforward as this sounds, many questions abound including “how should […]
April 8, 2021
As vaccinations continue to increase in availability and businesses start to re-open, it’s still as important as ever to ensure the safety of your workers, patrons, and their families. On March 12, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released new guidelines called the National Emphasis Program (NEP), which enforces COVID-19 guidelines, “on companies that […]
February 9, 2021
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has recently published additional COVID-19 guidelines for the protection of workers. In the newly released guidance, OSHA details the different levels of remediation that should occur in the event of a confirmed case of COVID-19 in the workplace. The updated guidance reflects developments in scientific research, best practices […]
August 19, 2020
According to Chain Store Age (CSA), janitorial services are on the rise, especially among big-box retailers, grocery stores and office buildings. But have you considered what qualifications are necessary when you need a ‘deep clean’—especially for something as serious as COVID-19? You might be surprised to learn that most janitorial companies aren’t experienced in infectious […]
June 23, 2020
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) curve flattens and businesses reopen, it’s of utmost importance to maintain proper COVID-19 safety precautions to prevent another widespread outbreak. This is particularly true for hotels and the hospitality industry as a whole. They are international hubs, where people from around the world come together, increasing the risk of global outbreak. […]
June 9, 2020
As the number of new coronavirus (COVID-19) cases begins to slow and businesses start to reopen, it’s crucial to maintain proper COVID-19 safety precautions to prevent further spread. Organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have been pivotal in publishing up-to-date materials to help businesses stay safe. Recently, they published some […]