One Week Left To Vote For The Custodian Of The Year!
Time is running out to cast your vote in the 2020 Custodian of the Year contest hosted by Cintas Corporation.
OSHA To Employers: You Can’t Retaliate Against Workers
OSHA reminds employers that it's illegal to retaliate against workers who report unsafe, unhealthful working conditions during the coronavirus pandemic.
Working From Home: RICS-IFMA And Leesman To Examine Experiences
This joint initiative aims to arm the real estate and facility management industry with insights on working from home experiences during the COVID-19 crisis, after social distancing policies are relaxed.
The N95 Shortage: OSHA Issues Guidance For Respiratory Protection
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, OSHA has issued interim enforcement guidance to help combat supply shortages of disposable N95 filtering face piece respirators.
ASHRAE Establishes Epidemic Task Force
The task force will address the challenges of the current COVID-19 pandemic as it relates to the effects of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems on disease transmission.
STARC Systems To Provide Critical Isolation Rooms
To protect patients and healthcare workers from COVID-19, "essential" manufacturer STARC Systems is increasing production of instant isolation rooms.
The Coronavirus Pandemic: “Nobody Saw This Coming”
At his coronavirus briefings, President Trump marvels at the global reach of the pandemic and then adds: “Nobody saw this coming.” Actually, a lot of people did.
Empire State Building Lights Up The Night
Starting March 29 and through April 2, Empire State Realty Trust and iHeart Media are partnered to beam a light show synced to the modern era anthem of NYC, Alicia Keys' Empire State of Mind.
Survey Shows Dire PPE, Hand Sanitizer Shortages Across U.S.
Lack of N-95s, masks, face shields threaten workers in healthcare facilities in every state, in every size facility. Only 12% have received supplies from the Strategic National Stockpile.
IFMA Conducting Global Work-From-Home Survey
The Work-from-Home Experience Survey will help identify the global impact of COVID-19 on how and where people are working.
Businesses Bracing For Major Disruptions From COVID-19
Approximately 79% of organizations reported already experiencing negative impact of COVID-19, according to a S&P Global Market Intelligence survey.
In Michigan, STI Deemed Essential Supplier And Remains Open
Earlier this week, Safety Technology International, Inc. received notice the company is considered an essential supplier for safety and access control products.
How Is Your Company Helping During The COVID-19 Crisis?
If your company is going above and beyond to help its employees and/or the community at large during the COVID-19 crisis, let us know.
ASIS International, Security Industry Association Form New Partnership
Security associations join forces to deliver increased services to global security leaders as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic crisis.
Facility Executive Announces 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards
In this annual survey from Facility Executive magazine, readers cast their votes for product and service suppliers preferred during 2019.
COVID-19: HVACR Organizations Promote Essential Status
In response to the coronavirus pandemic, the HVACR industry has requested "essential business" status for its technicians and engineers.
BOMI International Opens Applications For J. Bradley Kennedy Scholarship
Applicants should be currently entering, pursuing, or engaged in a career in the property or facility management industries. Deadline is April 8, 2020.
Data Centers: Best Practices In Challenging Times
As impacts of COVID-19 continue, an advisory report produced by Uptime Institute shares best practices to reduce risk associated with operating critical infrastructure facilities.
Four Carpet Maintenance Best Practices
By implementing a multi-pronged approach with the right equipment and chemistry, facility managers can easily tackle carpet maintenance in any facility. Plus, an infographic on how to sanitize your carpet during an outbreak.
Auto Industry Giants Enhancing COVID-19 Protections For Workers
UAW, GM, Ford, and FCA are forming a COVID-19/Coronavirus Task Force to implement enhanced protections for manufacturing and warehouse employees at all three companies.