Health and Safety
Commercial building and facilities management resources for corporate facility executives, building operators and facility managers in all industry and service sectors. Health and Safety articles below.
Keeping Virginia’s Seniors Safe, Warm, And Out Of The Dark
A new law enhances backup emergency power generation requirements for assisted living facilities in the commonwealth.
Employee Engagement For Workplace Safety
While it may seem impossible, a Zero Harm Culture for workplace health and safety can be achievable by following five key steps.
15 Cities Most Likely To See Termite Infestation
Mobile, AL leads this list of U.S. cities that should be on high alert for termites during 2017.
Baby-Changing Station Law Doubles Diaper Duty
With the signing of the "BABIES Act" in October 2016, facilities (at least those controlled by the federal government) have twice the number of stations to clean and maintain.
PURELL Surface Disinfecting And Sanitizing Products
Featuring EPA's Design for the Environment (DfE) Certification, these products feature quick overall disinfection times for bacteria and viruses.
Minimizing Mosquito Populations To Combat Zika Virus
Facility executives and their service providers can address this health threat with diligent inspection of buildings and grounds.
Leadership Support Linked To Workplace Well-Being
Nearly three-fourths of employees with senior managers who show support through involvement and commitment to well-being initiatives said their organization helps employees develop a healthy lifestyle.
Three Contractor Orientation Mistakes, And How To Avoid These
It is important for facility managers to ensure their contractors are educated on the organization's on-site policies and safety procedures.
Zika Virus: 5 Things To Know, Plus Pest Control In Offices
CDC states that with the recent outbreaks, the number of Zika virus cases among travelers visiting or returning to the U.S. will likely increase.
Question Of The Week: Health And Wellness Strategies
This aspect of sustainable facilities is moving to the forefront.
Web Exclusive: Ice Machine Or Toxic Breeding Ground?
Proper cleaning and safe handling of ice machines help prevent illness, such as Norovirus and Legionnaires' Disease.
Question Of The Week: Automated Restrooms… Friend Or Foe?
A reader recently shared his thoughts on automatic faucets in public restrooms, noting that these plumbing fixtures dictate the temperature of water he uses to wash his hands, which is often not hot enough for his liking.
Question Of The Week: Ebola And Cleaning Practices
Facility cleaning procedures play a part in preventing the spread of Ebola. Are yours addressing the threat?
FRIDAY FUNNY: The Too Hot, Too Cold Debate Goes Global
Office temperature is often a bone of contention between staff, with some struggling to work from the heat, while others wrap up in sweaters and gloves to stave off a chill.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Clorox Urine Remover from Clorox Professional
This cleaning agent is intended to remove odors from porous surfaces, such as grout and concrete, while also effective on soft surfaces.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Fresh Wave IAQ by OMI Industries
Suitable for a variety of odor abatement situations, this product line is engineered from a proprietary blend of natural ingredients that includes water, lime, pine needles, aniseed, clove, and cedarwood.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Locus by Focal Upright Furniture
This new workstation fosters healthy movement.
UL Environment Revises Odor Control Standard
The updated UL 2796 helps to protect health while still ensuring effective odor control.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Hydrogen Peroxide Cleaners by Clorox
A line of non-bleach cleaners uses a patented activated hydrogen peroxide formula to eliminate germs on a variety of surfaces.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: 445-VBRRCF by Chicago Faucets
This service sink faucet is designed to protect the potable water supply in commercial buildings.
Keeping Germs At Bay
Occupant behavior coupled with effective disinfection practices helps to minimize the spread of illness.
EPA Approves Latest Refrigerant Substitutes
The three hydrocarbon substances can be used in small commercial refrigerators and freezers.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: HYGEN Clean Water System by Rubbermaid
This system promotes cleaner mops and facility surfaces with a water filter integrated into the mop bucket.
Worker Summer Safety Tips
Grainger shares several tips to help workers in and around facilities stay cool this summer.
How Do Your Health Practices Measure Up?
Submit your facility's hygiene initiatives to be considered for The Healthy Workplace Project Award from Kimberly-Clark Professional.
ASHRAE Standard On Legionellosis Open For Comment
Standard 188P is aimed at helping fms apply available information to prevent this disease associated with building water systems.
WEB EXCLUSIVE: Cleaning For Environment And Health
This Q&A with Kimberly-Clark Professional addresses pursuing sustainability and health goals through cleaning products and practices.
Johnsonite Launches TFM Resilient Flooring Channel
Johnsonite has unveiled its new Resilient Flooring Channel on the Today’s Facility Manager website.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Pura Finish On Kimball Office Products
Nearly all the company's wood furniture product lines now feature its water based finish, which contributes to healthy IAQ.
Handwashing And Other Healthy Practices
Kimberly-Clark Professional lent its support to the 2010 Global Handwashing Day this past Friday, October 15.
WEB EXCLUSIVE: Five Ways Birds Cost Your Facility Money
This article by Cameron Riddell, president of Bird Barrier America, highlights the threats birds pose to FM budgets.
Standard For K-12 Products Under Development
NSF International and the National School Supply and Equipment Association (NSSEA) are working on this tool to certify health, safety, and environmental aspects of products and equipment for educational settings.
EPA Advises On Bedbug Pesticides
The federal agency is involved in activities to assist in managing the bedbug problem.
NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Expert Advice From Bird-B-Gone
The company has added an Ornithologist to its team of bird control specialists to provide online advice.
Clean Bill Of Health For Stanley Cup
Touched by thousands of hands, this hallowed hockey trophy was tested for bacterial levels.
EPA Monitors Air Outside Schools
The year old initiative monitors air quality surrounding a selection of schools around the United States.
NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Pharmaceutical Waste Management
MA-based Clean Harbors offers customized pharmaceutical waste management and removal programs for healthcare facilities.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: HealthView From APCO Signs
This modular system that dispenses standard infection control products and displays health related information can be used in all types of facilities.
Gypsum Panels Demonstrate Mold Resistance
Two products from Georgia-Pacific Gypsum recently passed the industry’s most stringent mold resistance test.
WEB EXCLUSIVE: Bed Bugs In Facilities
In April 2009, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) held a summit to address a developing pest problem—bed bugs in homes and other buildings. In a follow up on this topic, TFM spoke with an expert from Orkin, Inc. who attended the EPA Summit in April.
