Most people are aware that poor hygiene and cleaning habits can lead to infections and illness, but how does this impact upon the country as a whole? A recent study revealed the extent to which stomach upsets affect the UK, including productivity. Research published by the Food Standards Agency showed that 17 million people suffer …
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Monthly Archives: October 2011
Middle school has no soap dispensers
An American middle school has come under fire after removing all of its bathroom soap dispensers. A parent of a pupil at the Maryland middle school, Judy Schumate said, “You can’t take soap and water away from 800 kids.†Stephen Decatur Middle School (SDMS) responded to students creating mess in the bathrooms by removing soap …
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Go Green When You Carpet Clean
Companies across the country who require professional carpet cleaning services are making the switch to eco-friendly products. There is no better way to check your ecological footprint than by choosing cleaning service providers who can help lower your costs while simultaneously using ‘green’ methods that reduce the environmental impact of professional cleaning. In today’s climate, …
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The “We Need The Loo” Campaign
A new campaign has been launched asking the Government to make providing adequate public toilets a legal requirement across the UK. The campaign entitled ‘We need the loo’ was brought forward at the British Toilet Association Conference on Wednesday 21st September. The annual event was held at The Stratford Hotel, Stratford on Avon enabling providers …
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Paper towels become extinct as hand dryers take over
Students and staff at an American university have seen all hand towel dispensers replaced in recent months. Dyson hand dryers have been installed instead, these are more energy efficient and cheaper for the university. Students have found a flaw in this energy saving plan; if there is a spillage from the water fountain or the …
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