Education

Occurrence of Bacteria and Viruses on Elementary Classroom Surfaces and the Potential Role of Classroom Hygiene in the Spread of Infectious Diseases. Reprint of a study from: The Journal of School Nursing Online. First, published on November 10, 2009.   Download full Study Here (PDF)   Summary: The presence of microorganisms on common classroom contact

Respected microbiologist asked to ‘stay behind after school’. Dr Gerba, widely known as “Dr Germ” is one of the world’s leading microbiologists and a recognised expert on infectious diseases. Brought to New Zealand in 2010 by CrestClean, Dr Gerba presented a series of speaking events around the country. Dr Gerba School Hygiene ‘Dr Germ’ is

Tena koe, e te rangatira! Myself, the staff and students immediately noticed the improved cleanliness of our school from the very first day that the Crest team started here. Since the contracting of Crest Commercial Cleaning Ltd our school’s condition has dramatically improved. There has been no change of cleaners. We come in every day

When you are next conversing with the cleaners could you pass on my thanks for the way they clean my office. Whoever does it – is doing an amazing job. It has never been so well cleaned since Dear Don stopped doing it, several years ago. I am very grateful. My desk is even dusted

We have contracted Crest Commercial Cleaning Ltd for three years to clean the majority of our school. I have been very impressed with their level of service and performance, in terms of the company and the franchisees themselves. The company has high expectations of its employees, and subsequently the cleaners are also committed to excellence.

Such was the high standard of cleaning in my school over the holidays that I wish to let you know so that you too may compliment and praise our CrestClean South Auckland cleaners. Over the years there have been many cleaners through our school. None of them have been as thorough as Raj, Barbs and

Kamal Singh has been the franchisee of the cleaning contract for our school. He has held this position since August 2002. Kamal is a very thorough and diligent worker who takes pride in completing tasks to a high standard. He is a quick and efficient worker who is punctual and reliable. He closely supervises staff

I am happy to recommend CrestClean. I have continued to be happy with my decision to engage CrestClean Wellington for our school cleaning needs. Regional Manager Andrew Alleway was informative and honest in his promotion of the company and helped us make sensible decisions about our cleaning requirements. Andrew worked hard to match the cleaners

World renowned expert on bacteria and viruses Dr Charles Gerba is calling on New Zealand workplace and education facilities to lift their standards of hygiene in order to lift the country’s productivity levels. “There is a direct link between workplace hygiene and productivity. The reality is that workplace illness is a significant health issue in

In July, Crest attended the New Zealand Principals’ Federation Conference in Christchurch, as an exhibitor. Crest Commercial Cleaning Ltd is a bronze level partner and active supporter of the NZPF. As part of our conference display we offered a spot prize to Principals. A local Christchurch school, Westburn School, won the prize of $500 of

During a pandemic you will need to clean more thoroughly to minimise the spread of the virus. This applies particularly to the surfaces that people touch, i.e. door knobs, door push plates, kitchen areas, taps, microwave ovens, refrigerators, toilet buttons, soap dispensers, hand dryers etc. Schools can be a breeding ground for viruses and bacterial

CrestClean franchise owners have worked with Arthur Miller School for the past three years taking responsibility for the cleaning of a 12 room school and a large administration area. During this time, they have been diligent in their job and have maintained a very high standard of cleanliness. They can be relied upon to work