Cleanzine: your weekly cleaning and hygiene industry newsletter 7th January 2016 Issue no. 705
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International News
Products Small UK biosciences company competes on world stage
New ANSI/IICRC guides published for mould remediation professionals
New specification for intelligent clothing is published
Study reveals remarkable hospital-wide reduction in c.diff hospital acquired infections
Vectair Systems honoured as International Green World Ambassador
Cleaning up the detergents industry by sustainable development
ISSA/Interclean calls for entries for the Amsterdam Innovation Awards
EcoWaste 2016 opens its doors in just over a month
TVH becomes official distributor of Lonking lift truck parts
Reliable cleanliness in the National-Garden-Show (BUGA) City of Havelberg
Technology will become biggest challenge for facilities managers A recent webinar, jointly hosted by FM software provider Service Works Group and the Facilities Show and featuring a panel of leading lights from the facilities management profession, opened with the results of an online registration poll which revealed that technology will be the biggest challenge faced by those in the profession in the future. CIRI's Spring 2016 Science & Research Symposium: second call for papers
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Cleanzine - the original Cleaning & Hygiene industry e-news Read by industry professionals in 163 countries worldwide! I had what I call, a bit of a ‘head in hands’ moment when I came to write this leader… Many of us have had a break over the past couple of weeks to enjoy Christmas and celebrate the coming of 2016. The fireworks routinely set off by so many countries now, as one year becomes the next, have been even more spectacular than those we enjoyed last year, yet alongside that, millions of people were (and still are) going though turmoil, from the families displaced by the growing global conflicts, to – closer to home – those who are fighting to salvage what they can from flooded homes and businesses. I’ve been following the floods closely as I have family in the most badly hit parts of the UK and although I can see that it looks miserable, it was only when I was caught out walking in heavy rain last week that it occurred to me just how cold those affected must be! And then of course came the question: “Are we spending our money wisely, or should we spend less on fireworks and more on looking after everyone and upgrading our nation’s flood defences so we can prevent this recurring misery for those living in flood zones?” Linking the two extremes are the cleaning crews (they get everywhere, don’t they?). This New Year’s Eve I started a discussion amongst friends about whether we’d prefer to be cleaning up after the floods or cleaning up after those who’ve gathered in the cities to watch the fireworks… many of them having drunk far too much alcohol which has led to vomiting, urinating and brawling in the streets – not to mention the littering which isn’t just paper but which comprises filthy food packaging, bits of food and broken glass. It ended up being pretty evenly matched but we all agreed that a cleaner’s job is not an easy one. They’re out there in all weathers, dealing with the mess the rest of us leave without thought, making things safe for us again while often (at best) being ignored but sadly, sometimes being abused, as they go about their work. Perhaps we should start a ‘hug a cleaner’ campaign? With that thought, may John and I wish you a happy 2016… “May all the good things you wish for, come your way”. Please get in touch either by emailing me or posting a comment on our Facebook page. www.facebook.com/Cleanzine
Yours,
       This Week's News
Essential clean-up aid bagged for Carlisle flood victims
The sacks will be distributed to homeowners who have become victims of the recent floods. Communities encouraged to bag quicker flood protection
As large parts of the UK continue to suffer flood damage caused by the recent heavy downpours, BCB International, the award-winning Cardiff-based survival equipment company is encouraging UK residents and businesses to consider using its 'Sandbagger' to help protect their properties. CSSA Founder Member helps solve a Crisis over Christmas
It wasn't about donating cash or raising funds for the charity though, but about providing free cleaning for several of the charity's centres set up to give some warmth, cheer, a shower, a haircut, a change of clothes, a Christmas lunch and some specialist support for some of London's homeless. Announcing European Cleaning Days 2016
"Those who did not participate in 2015 can contribute to different events and campaigns in 2016," says the association's Jenna Arnold. CSSA launches recruitment drive with 'Founding Member' offer The CSSA is starting 2016 with a recruitment drive to attract new members, and is offering 'Founding Member' status for those who join before the official launch on 1st February. Why Morclean is thinking green for 2016
This means industries are shifting towards greener products - helping to lower hazardous emissions and move to a more environmentally-friendly solution. Soapbox: Green cleaning: protecting our environment
"In our environmentally conscious world, ecological issues are becoming an everyday fact of life. Scientists are revealing greater risks and looming disasters to both ourselves and our planet, and at the same time developing new products and initiatives to minimise mankind's negative environmental impact. Introducing MotoMop, Betco's first innovation of 2016
No guarantee with a 'brown box'
"Buyers who make assumptions about the quality of the plastic sacks they purchase are taking a big risk," explains Mike Stubbs, chairman of the Manufacturing Standards Accreditation Scheme for Plastic Refuse Sacks. ISSA and BSCAI explore opportunities in China
As part of this commitment, ISSA executive director John Barrett and BSCAI President Paul Greenland, CBSE, recently met with several organisations in China to explore opportunities and forge stronger partnerships. A 'social day' in Leipzig: using a sweeper instead of fountain pen
Within the framework of the campaign 'genialsozial' (brilliantly social), Paulina was one of 20,000 Saxon pupils getting acquainted with working life and collecting money for charity projects under the motto: 'Your work against poverty'.
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Facilities Show unveils exciting plans for 2016
Cleaning industry needs to rise to occasion before National Living Wage is introduced The boss of a leading recruitment agency for the food and drink/hospitality/cleaning industry has warned the sector that it needs to prepare for the impact of the new, compulsory National Living Wage. Incinerator firm wins Liverpool export award
Rising star is not just for Christmas
Julius Rutherfoord lends a helping hand to homeless at Christmas London specialist in quality cleaning, Julius Rutherfoord, is supporting the charity Crisis at Christmas by providing free cleaning for several of its London centres helping the homeless over Christmas. Operation Magnify focuses on stamping out on illegal working in cleaning industry
Operation Magnify is targeting the construction and care home sectors as well as cleaning contractors, as these are thought to be some of the most likely industries that illegal workers are to be found - along with the restaurant sector. Cleaning company is the overall 'Tork Loo of the Year Awards' winner
This is the first time in the Awards' 28-years-history that a cleaning company has achieved this top award and was in recognition of the company being awarded Platinum Awards for every one of its entries. Offering more than just a pint... pub wins award for best accessible loos in the country
Lancashire faces cuts in refuse collections and street cleaning Refuse collections and street cleaning are amongst the services set to suffer as Lancashire County Council tries to reduce its spend by £4.7m. Deputy leader Cllr Tony Greaves, who oversees the council's finances, told the Lancashire Telegraph: "The government is again slashing our grants and councils like ours in the north of England, are among the worst hit. We're looking at different ways to cut our spending and raise our income, but we're now very close to being forced to stop doing some quite important things." Soapbox: flawed vacuum cleaner testing should be re-examined
EU labelling requirements for vacuum cleaners have already been much debated - but, in the wake of the Volkswagen emissions scandal, it is worth nothing that vacuum cleaner manufacturers self-test and self-validate so it is all too easy for results to be fudged and skewed to present products in an advantageous light. Added to this, the tests themselves are unrepresentative of real world cleaning scenarios so magnify the confusion in the market place. Quite simply, the whole process is somewhat unbelievable and pointless. British Toilet Association launches UK Toilet Map
The map displays the exact location of over 780 toilets across the UK and then expand the information to show opening and closing times, as well as vital information on the overall provision within each toilet for their specialised needs. Hako sweepers arrive in Staffordshire towns
East Staffordshire Borough Council has taken delivery of four Citymaster 1600 machines from Gullivers Truck Hire that will help keep the area's streets, car parks and pedestrian areas looking spick and span. Council to cut 45 street cleaning and open spaces maintenance jobs in bid to save £1.395m
Eastbourne cleaners shine at Business Awards
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