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Commercial building and facilities management resources for corporate facility executives, building operators and facility managers in all industry and service sectors. Cintas articles below.
Friday Funny: Californian Custodian Wins The Crown
The 73-year-old winner of the 2019 Custodian of the Year contest, Aristeo Flores of Scotts Valley Middle School, exemplifies the “American Dream.”
Friday Funny: Is Your Potty Peerless? Is Your Washroom Wonderful?
If so, it's time to get your public restroom the recognition it deserves as Cintas opens nominations for its 18th annual America’s Best Restroom Contest.
Emergency Lighting: Four Facts To Face
Checking on emergency and exit lighting systems during the seasonal transition can help prepare a facility in the event of a power outage.
Top 10 Custodian Of The Year Finalists Named
It's time to cast your vote for your favorite school custodian in the Cintas 2019 Custodian of the Year Contest!
Most Americans Don’t Know How To Operate An AED
A new survey from Cintas found that 63 percent of Americans are not confident that they know how to operate an automated external defibrillator (AED).
Active Shooter Training Needed In The Workplace
More than a third of employed Americans are not confident they know what to do if an active shooter enters a building they are in, according to a new poll.
Friday Funny: Nature Calls, For The Win!
Sanibel, Florida’s J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge earns the throne in Cintas America’s Best Restroom® Contest.
Deep Cleaning The Winter Blues Out Of Schools
The school year has just started, but it's never too early to plan ahead: Deep cleaning over the winter break can help create a healthy and safe learning environment.
Friday Funny: Time To Share Your Potty Opinion
As summer winds down, it’s time to vote for your favorite of the top 10 public restrooms that made a splash in this year’s America’s Best Restroom contest.
Friday Funny: It’s Potty Time!
Once again, Cintas is seeking nominations for its annual America’s Best Restroom Contest. If you think you have the pinnacle of public potties, enter today!
Question Of The Week: Zeroing In On Waste Reduction
Achieving a zero waste operation does not come without challenges, but the benefits are many: cost savings, energy savings, reduced air and water pollution, and more.
Friday Funny: No Otter Restroom Comes Close
It’s official: The otters—along with all the other aquatic critters at Scottsdale's OdySea Aquarium—can now brag that their home has hooked America’s Best Restroom® Title.
Don’t Let Students Stink Up Your School’s Locker Room
Once students return to school after the summer, it doesn’t take long for them to stink up school gyms and locker rooms. Here are some tips to help your school keep the “locker room smell” at bay.
Philadelphia Janitor Mops Up 2017 Janitor Of The Year Award
Beloved Newtown Elementary School janitor and U.S. veteran Ted Qualli Jr. takes home the custodial crown.
Friday Funny: Who’s The Best School Janitor?
It’s up to you! Cintas has announced the top 10 finalists in its nationwide Janitor of the Year Contest and the polls are open.
Is Your School Janitor At The Head Of The Class?
Cintas Corporation is accepting nominations for its fourth annual Janitor of the Year contest, which recognizes the best-of-the-best among school janitors and custodians.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport Lands Best Restroom Title
The votes have been tallied and the Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP) International Airport came out on top in Cintas Corporation's 15th annual contest.
Friday Funny: Got A Radical Restroom?
You almost missed your chance: today is the last day to nominate your favorite potty for America’s Best Restroom.
Cintas Active Scraper Floor Mat
Part of Cintas' High Performance Series, the floor mat's active blades scrape off grime; capture three times more dirt and debris.
Non-Slip Traffic Floor Mat by Cintas
The Traffic Mat is a non-slip floor mat with the highest traction rating ever recorded by the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI).
FM Alert: Do You Know The School Janitor Of The Year?
To honor the best-of-the-best among school janitors, Cintas Corporation is accepting nominations for its annual Janitor of the Year contest.
Friday Funny: America’s Best Restroom Award Goes To…Town of Minturn!
The Town of Minturn, CO’s “Mine Passageway” design has captured the crown in Cintas’ 14th Annual America’s Best Restroom Contest.
Friday Funny: Vote For America’s Top Potty
There’s a tight race to win the crown in 2015 Cintas’ America’s Best Restroom Contest, cast your vote before the October 31 deadline.
Is Your Facility Prepared For A Natural Disaster?
Cintas offers five preparation tips to help your business “weather the storm” and bounce back in a timely manner.
Friday Funny: America’s Best Restroom Is A Natural
Popular Philly area public garden captures victory in Cintas' 13th annual potty contest.
FM Issue: Message Received?
To optimize emergency communications, analyzing risks is only the beginning.
FRIDAY FUNNY: The Best Of The Rest…Room
The Cintas’ America’s Best Restroom® Contest not only promotes a business, it also recognizes the effort made by facilities management teams around the country to put their best restrooms to the test.
Five Activities To Engage Employees During National Safety Month
By recognizing National Safety Month through events such as “Safety Awareness Day” or “Workplace Safety Week,” organizations can have a substantial impact on reducing workplace injuries and promoting a culture of safety.
FRIDAY FUNNY: Who Will Claim “Top Of The Bowl” Bragging Rights For 2013?
Cintas’ annual “Bowl Game” is back—recognizing “top 10 places to go—when you’ve got to go”—as the company kicks off its 12th annual America's Best Restroom contest.
July Is Eye Injury Prevention Month
According to OSHA, more than 1,000 eye injuries occur in American workplaces every day.
WEB EXCLUSIVE: Paper Towels vs. Air Dryers
For years, proper hand hygiene has been a topic of concern in hospitals, schools, restaurants, and office facilities with more awareness campaigns happening.
Five Safety Resolutions For 2012
Cintas points out leading ways to keep employees safe while they're on the job.
Cintas Contest: How Cold Is It?
In the "Cintas & Carhart Cold Crew" contest, individuals who work in tough, cold weather conditions are encouraged to share their stories and explain why appropriate clothing is essential to their jobs.
Best Practices For Fire Readiness
In recognition of Fire Prevention Month, Cintas Corporation has released a list of best practices to help facility managers prevent and prepare for a fire.
NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Tile And Carpet Cleaning By Cintas
Launched in 44 major markets across North America, the service uses a patent pending, high pressure steam system.
Stronger Criminal Enforcement for Workplace Fatalities and Injuries
Change to Win Health and Safety Coordinator Eric Frumin called for stronger criminal sanctions for ignoring safety hazards that lead to a worker's death or serious injury.
