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CLEANING FOR HEALTH: BREAKING THE CHAIN OF INFECTION THE OPERATOR Effective execution of any level of service – whether cleaning, sanitizing & disinfecting, or remediation – requires operators that are fully trained in all aspects of cleaning delivery protocols. This includes but is not limited to: • Applied knowledge of commercial cleaning industry standards and best practices to maximize labor hours to results. • Fully versed on chemical usage, chemical safety, and OSHA standards • Personnel and resource supervision and management to ensure the right people are in the key positions for long term functional success • Processes in place to handle issue management and communications THE CHEMICALS Team chemistry is important. Knoweldge of cleaning product chemistry is critical. Utilizing the proper chemicals applied and removed correctly in the right situations requires education and hands-on training to ensure effective result and safety. Considerations include: • Use of commercial grade EPA approved chemicals that utilize both RTU (ready-to-use) and concentrates/dilution systems. • Understanding dwell times with the application of disinfectants to ensure maximum effectivenss in breaking the chain of infection. • Placement of SDS sheets THE TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT A chain is only as strong as its weakest link. Placement of tools and equipment that meet the demands for output and coverage within a site or facility are key to netting the expected results. Considerations include: • Implementing industry recognized equipment that aligns with the facility needs and ensuring operators know how to use the tools that are in place. • Maintaining the equipment and providing a schedule of maintenance or replacement as required. • Keep current with industry trends and new technology that could offer additional value and deliver efficiency and quality to the client.