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7 most effective plants for cleaning the air in your workplace
A study by Dr. Bill Wolverton, a former research scientist at NASA, resulted in a comprehensive list of the most effective plants to remove toxic chemicals from our air. The…
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We’re right behind you, Bob
Bob’s the sort of guy you’d want to be upwind of… Bob’s work is hot, tough and gritty. One thing Bob really enjoys is a nice clean spot to enjoy…
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Presentee-ism; Introducing the working dead
From the first cold day of the year, we start to see advertising from the pharmaceutical giants… “Soldier on” and “ Stop the flu – before it gets you”. Generally…
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Open letter to the New Zealand Government
Below is an ‘open letter’ sent recently by CrestClean to the Government, to try and effect change of poorly worded legislation affecting New Zealand businesses. April 2012 Dear Government, We…
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Best Practice in Chemical use and Labelling for Cleaning Companies
Chemical safety is governed in New Zealand by the HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES AND NEW ORGANISMS ACT 1996 (HSNO). The Department of Labour’s role is to ensure that the HSNO Act is…
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Cleaning up the Competition
As recently published in Idealog Magazine: It’s hardly the favourite thing to do around the house, but outside of it, cleaning is big business. Just ask Grant McLauchlan of Dunedin…
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The Value of Cleaning
The Value of Cleaning stretches well beyond that of mere appearance. It is an investment in human health, the workplace environment and an improved bottom line. In recent years international…
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ISSA Value of Clean Guide
ISSA Value of Clean Context Information. This document was released in 2011, and summarises contemporary research into: • Absenteeism • Productivity • Image Enhancement • Presenteeism and tools to calculate…
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Free Workplace Hygiene Notice
Click Here to download a PDF memo with a workplace health message. You can print it off and display it where staff take a break, or email it to your…
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DR Gerba – Waste in Space
Dr Charles P. Gerba speaks about an interesting issue faced by astronauts NASA. Dr Gerba, widely known as “Dr Germ” is one of the world’s leading microbiologists and a recognised…
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Dr Gerba talks Office Hygiene
Dr Charles P. Gerba, a Professor of microbiology from the University of Arizona, points out the areas we should be concerned about in an average workplace, plus gives some quick…
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DR Gerba – Bathroom Hygiene
Dr Gerba discusses bathroom hygiene. 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…