CleanCampus

The Importance of a Clean Campus in Educational Institutions

August 22, 2022

With tons of students, staff, and visitors going back and forth through campus facilities, and academic buildings, college campuses are extremely susceptible to daily wear and tear. It’s important to have a dependable team that can keep your campus clean, …

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What Is A Security Risk Assessment?

August 15, 2022

A security, or physical risk assessment (aka a threat assessment) is an evaluation of your facility to identify weaknesses and vulnerabilities in its physical security. These assessments are typically performed by security experts and include looking at all existing security …

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Improve Your Facility Using A Registered Dietitian

August 8, 2022

Good nutrition is essential for improving the quality of life of your facility residents. However, it typically takes a team to correctly tailor your facilities menu for everyone. This is where a registered dietitian can play a key role by …

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3 Things Your Business Should Consider Outsourcing

August 3, 2022

Your business can handle most operations internally, but as your company grows, in order to continue providing quality services, outsourcing may be necessary. Outsourcing is the practice of enlisting the help of outside organizations not affiliated with your company to …

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What is the Joint Commission Survey

July 11, 2022

The Joint Commission’s mission is to continuously improve health care for the public by evaluating health care organizations in their performance of providing safe and effective care of the highest quality and value. Currently, The Joint Commission accredits and certifies …

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Raising Leaders In Your Facility

June 20, 2022

“There is almost no limit to the potential of an organization that recruits good people, raises them up as leaders, and continually develops them” – John C. Maxwell As a Facility Manager, you can’t be everywhere 24/7, but you can …

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Parking Lot Safety Tips

June 13, 2022

The responsibility of creating a safe parking lot environment should be taken on by drivers, pedestrians, and employees. It is up to all of us to stay prepared for hazardous situations and have a plan to minimize risk of injury. …

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Hospital Active Shooter (Code Silver) Plan

June 8, 2022

Active shooter incidents have become more frequent over time, so it is crucial that your Hospital has an active shooter (code silver) plan in place to ensure the safety of all health care workers, patients, and visitors at the hospital …

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Clinical Engineering Helps Reduce Costs

May 23, 2022

Clinical engineering equipment is often one of the most expensive things for a healthcare facility to maintain. The consequences of machine failure can range from inefficiency to a compromised patient, so it’s important to make sure every machine is working …

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Create a Safe Work Environment

May 2, 2022

The first full week of May is also North American Occupational Safety and Health Week. This is a week where employers, employees, and organizations come together to promote safe habits and improve workplace environments. When we practice safe protocols we …

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